1983 Austin Maestro vs. 2002 Honda Accord
To start off, 2002 Honda Accord is newer by 19 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (197 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1983 Austin Maestro. (67 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 665 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, 2002 Honda Accord (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Maestro. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Maestro. 2002 Honda Accord 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. 2002 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Maestro | 2002 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | Maestro | Accord |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 99 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2730 mm |
