1983 Austin Maestro vs. 2004 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion 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 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (310 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1983 Austin Maestro. (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2034 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 2004 Ford Excursion 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, 2004 Ford Excursion 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, 2004 Ford Excursion (576 Nm) has 398 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Maestro. (178 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Maestro. 2004 Ford Excursion 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. 2004 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Maestro | 2004 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | Maestro | Excursion |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 6801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 3054 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3490 mm |
