1983 Austin Maestro vs. 2004 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 21 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer (190 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1983 Austin Maestro. (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 664 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer (339 Nm) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Maestro. (178 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Maestro | 2004 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | Maestro | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2560 mm |
