1983 Austin Maestro vs. 2003 Buick Rainier
To start off, 2003 Buick Rainier is newer by 20 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Rainier (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1983 Austin Maestro. (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Rainier weights approximately 1080 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 2003 Buick Rainier 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, 2003 Buick Rainier 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, 2003 Buick Rainier (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Maestro. (178 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Maestro. 2003 Buick Rainier 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. 2003 Buick Rainier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Maestro | 2003 Buick Rainier | |
| Make | Austin | Buick |
| Model | Maestro | Rainier |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2880 mm |
