1983 Austin Maestro vs. 1995 Honda Step Wagon
To start off, 1995 Honda Step Wagon is newer by 12 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 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Honda Step Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Step Wagon (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1983 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Step Wagon should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Step Wagon weights approximately 535 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 1995 Honda Step Wagon 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, 1995 Honda Step Wagon 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, 1995 Honda Step Wagon (185 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Step Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Maestro. 1995 Honda Step Wagon has automatic transmission and 1983 Austin Maestro has manual transmission. 1983 Austin Maestro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Honda Step Wagon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Maestro | 1995 Honda Step Wagon | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | Maestro | Step Wagon |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.7 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2810 mm |
