1983 Austin Maestro vs. 1994 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 1994 Marcos Mantara 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 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Marcos Mantara (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1983 Austin Maestro. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Austin Maestro weights approximately 30 kg more than 1994 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Maestro. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Maestro | 1994 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | Austin | Marcos |
| Model | Maestro | Mantara |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1090 mm |
