1983 Austin Maestro vs. 2002 Opel Meriva
To start off, 2002 Opel Meriva 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. Both 1983 Austin Maestro and 2002 Opel Meriva are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Austin Maestro (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2002 Opel Meriva. (81 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Austin Maestro should accelerate faster than 2002 Opel Meriva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Opel Meriva weights approximately 250 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, 2002 Opel Meriva (150 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Maestro. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Maestro | 2002 Opel Meriva | |
| Make | Austin | Opel |
| Model | Maestro | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 79.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 52 L |
