1983 Austin Maestro vs. 2002 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2002 SsangYong Rexton 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 SsangYong Rexton (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1983 Austin Maestro. (67 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 975 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 2002 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2002 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2002 SsangYong Rexton (257 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Maestro. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Austin Maestro | 2002 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Austin | SsangYong |
Model | Maestro | Rexton |
Year Released | 1983 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 257 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 92.4 mm |
Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2830 mm |