1983 Austin Maestro vs. 1992 Cadillac Brougham
To start off, 1992 Cadillac Brougham is newer by 9 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Cadillac Brougham is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Cadillac Brougham (185 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1983 Austin Maestro. (86 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Cadillac Brougham should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Cadillac Brougham weights approximately 956 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 1992 Cadillac Brougham 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 1992 Cadillac Brougham. 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, 1992 Cadillac Brougham (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Maestro. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Cadillac Brougham will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Maestro | 1992 Cadillac Brougham | |
| Make | Austin | Cadillac |
| Model | Maestro | Brougham |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3090 mm |
