1983 Austin Maestro vs. 1990 Honda Shuttle
To start off, 1990 Honda Shuttle is newer by 7 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Austin Maestro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Shuttle (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1983 Austin Maestro. (86 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Austin Maestro weights approximately 44 kg more than 1990 Honda Shuttle.
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, 1983 Austin Maestro (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Shuttle. (112 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1983 Austin Maestro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Shuttle. 1983 Austin Maestro has automatic transmission and 1990 Honda Shuttle has manual transmission. 1990 Honda Shuttle will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Austin Maestro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Austin Maestro | 1990 Honda Shuttle | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | Maestro | Shuttle |
Year Released | 1983 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |