1983 Austin Maestro vs. 2000 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2000 Renault Laguna is newer by 17 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Renault Laguna (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1983 Austin Maestro. (67 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Laguna weights approximately 545 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.
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, 2000 Renault Laguna (255 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Maestro. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Maestro | 2000 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | Maestro | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 93 mm |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2570 mm |
