1983 Austin Maestro vs. 1994 Opel Omega
To start off, 1994 Opel Omega 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Opel Omega (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1983 Austin Maestro. (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Opel Omega weights approximately 408 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 Opel Omega 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 Opel Omega. 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 Opel Omega (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Maestro. (178 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Maestro | 1994 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Austin | Opel |
| Model | Maestro | Omega |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1428 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2740 mm |
