1983 Austin Maestro vs. 2004 Lada Niva
To start off, 2004 Lada Niva 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 1,690 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Austin Maestro (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2004 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Austin Maestro should accelerate faster than 2004 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lada Niva weights approximately 250 kg more than 1983 Austin Maestro.
Because 2004 Lada Niva 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 Lada Niva 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 Lada Niva (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Maestro. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Austin Maestro | 2004 Lada Niva | |
Make | Austin | Lada |
Model | Maestro | Niva |
Year Released | 1983 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 42 L |