1983 Austin Maestro vs. 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser (168 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1983 Austin Maestro. (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1130 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 Land Cruiser 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 Land Cruiser 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 Land Cruiser (380 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Maestro. (178 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Land Cruiser | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | Maestro | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1983 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1992 cc | 4164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 102 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 2150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2860 mm |