1983 Austin Maestro vs. 2005 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2005 Daihatsu Terios 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 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Austin Maestro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Austin Maestro (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu Terios. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Austin Maestro should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Daihatsu Terios weights approximately 105 kg more than 1983 Austin Maestro.
Because 2005 Daihatsu Terios 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, 2005 Daihatsu Terios 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, 1983 Austin Maestro (178 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Terios. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1983 Austin Maestro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Maestro | 2005 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
| Model | Maestro | Terios |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2380 mm |
