1983 Austin Maestro vs. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer 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 4,013 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP) has 101 more horse power than 1983 Austin Maestro. (109 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 897 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 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Maestro. (178 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Austin Maestro | 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Austin | Mercury |
Model | Maestro | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1992 cc | 4013 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 210 HP |
Torque | 178 Nm | 344 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 84 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1917 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2900 mm |