1983 Austin Maestro vs. 2003 Toyota Condor
To start off, 2003 Toyota Condor 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 2,437 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Condor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Austin Maestro (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Condor. (108 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Austin Maestro should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Condor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Condor weights approximately 485 kg more than 1983 Austin Maestro.
Because 2003 Toyota Condor is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Toyota Condor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Austin Maestro, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota Condor (192 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Maestro. (178 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Condor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Austin Maestro | 2003 Toyota Condor | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | Maestro | Condor |
Year Released | 1983 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1992 cc | 2437 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1505 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2640 mm |