1983 Austin Maestro vs. 2004 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Dakota (211 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1983 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 832 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 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Maestro | 2004 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Austin | Dodge |
| Model | Maestro | Dakota |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.7 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 91 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1747 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 76 L |
