1983 Austin Maestro vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1997 Toyota Corolla is newer by 14 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), 1997 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Austin Maestro (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (71 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Austin Maestro should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 225 kg more than 1983 Austin Maestro.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1983 Austin Maestro (178 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (138 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1983 Austin Maestro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Austin Maestro | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | Maestro | Corolla |
Year Released | 1983 | 1997 |
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 | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2470 mm |