1983 Austin Maestro vs. 1989 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1989 Subaru Legacy 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 2,212 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Subaru Legacy (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1983 Austin Maestro. (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 280 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.
Because 1989 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Austin Maestro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. 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 Subaru Legacy (188 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Maestro. (178 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Austin Maestro | 1989 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Austin | Subaru |
Model | Maestro | Legacy |
Year Released | 1983 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1992 cc | 2212 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 96.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2590 mm |