1983 Austin Maestro vs. 1992 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1992 Nissan Sunny 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 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Austin Maestro (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1992 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Austin Maestro should accelerate faster than 1992 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Nissan Sunny weights approximately 200 kg more than 1983 Austin Maestro.
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, 1992 Nissan Sunny (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Maestro. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Austin Maestro | 1992 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Austin | Nissan |
Model | Maestro | Sunny |
Year Released | 1983 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |