1983 Austin Maestro vs. 1990 Jaguar Kensington
To start off, 1990 Jaguar Kensington 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 5,344 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 Jaguar Kensington is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jaguar Kensington (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1983 Austin Maestro. (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar Kensington should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Maestro.
Because 1990 Jaguar Kensington is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Jaguar Kensington. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Austin Maestro, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Jaguar Kensington (433 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Maestro. (178 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 Jaguar Kensington will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Maestro | 1990 Jaguar Kensington | |
| Make | Austin | Jaguar |
| Model | Maestro | Kensington |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 5344 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 433 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 70 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2870 mm |
