1983 Austin Maestro vs. 1992 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1992 Opel Frontera 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Opel Frontera (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1983 Austin Maestro. (67 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Opel Frontera weights approximately 769 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 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Austin Maestro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Opel Frontera will offer significantly more control. 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 Opel Frontera (170 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Maestro. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Austin Maestro | 1992 Opel Frontera | |
Make | Austin | Opel |
Model | Maestro | Frontera |
Year Released | 1983 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1644 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2470 mm |