1983 Austin Maestro vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1983 Austin Maestro. (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 850 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 Kia Sorento (294 Nm) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Maestro. (178 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Maestro | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Austin | Kia |
| Model | Maestro | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2720 mm |
