1983 Austin Maestro vs. 1991 Renault Espace
To start off, 1991 Renault Espace is newer by 8 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 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Renault Espace (93 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1983 Austin Maestro. (67 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Renault Espace weights approximately 515 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, 1991 Renault Espace (183 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Maestro. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Maestro | 1991 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | Maestro | Espace |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 89 mm |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 162 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2350 mm |
