1983 Austin Maestro vs. 1994 Chevrolet Corvette

To start off, 1994 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 11 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 5,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chevrolet Corvette (401 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 335 more horse power than 1983 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 655 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 1994 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1994 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Austin Maestro, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1994 Chevrolet Corvette (523 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 421 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Maestro.

Compare all specifications:

1983 Austin Maestro 1994 Chevrolet Corvette
Make Austin Chevrolet
Model Maestro Corvette
Year Released 1983 1994
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1275 cc 5727 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 66 HP 401 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 102 Nm 523 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 5200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 70.7 mm 99 mm
Engine Stroke Size 81.3 mm 93 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 915 kg 1570 kg
Vehicle Length 4060 mm 4540 mm
Vehicle Width 1690 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1180 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2580 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 34 L 76 L


 

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