1983 Austin Maestro vs. 2004 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1983 Austin Maestro. (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1559 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 Express (489 Nm) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Maestro. (178 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express 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 Express | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | Maestro | Express |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 92 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 2579 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 6210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3940 mm |
