1983 Austin Maestro vs. 1993 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1993 Renault Safrane is newer by 10 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), 1993 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Renault Safrane (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1983 Austin Maestro. (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Renault Safrane weights approximately 460 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, 1983 Austin Maestro (178 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Safrane. (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1983 Austin Maestro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Maestro | 1993 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | Maestro | Safrane |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2680 mm |
