1983 Austin Maestro vs. 1989 Honda Accord
To start off, 1989 Honda Accord is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Austin Maestro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Austin Maestro would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Accord (110 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1983 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Accord weights approximately 416 kg more than 1983 Austin Maestro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1989 Honda Accord (159 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Austin Maestro | 1989 Honda Accord | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | Maestro | Accord |
Year Released | 1983 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 159 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.7 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1331 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |