1983 Austin Maestro vs. 2005 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 22 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 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1983 Austin Maestro. (67 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1705 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, 2005 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Maestro. (100 Nm). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | Maestro | Express |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 4802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 83 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 2580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 6210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3940 mm |
