1983 Austin Maestro vs. 1993 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 1993 Toyota 4Runner 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 2,365 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota 4Runner (112 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1983 Austin Maestro. (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 580 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 1993 Toyota 4Runner 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, 1993 Toyota 4Runner 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, 1993 Toyota 4Runner (192 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Maestro. (178 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Maestro | 1993 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | Maestro | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 2365 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2630 mm |
