1983 Austin Maestro vs. 2005 Nissan Pickup
To start off, 2005 Nissan Pickup 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Pickup (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1983 Austin Maestro. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pickup should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 805 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.
Because 2005 Nissan Pickup 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 Nissan Pickup 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, 2005 Nissan Pickup (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Maestro. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Pickup will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Austin Maestro | 2005 Nissan Pickup | |
Make | Austin | Nissan |
Model | Maestro | Pickup |
Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2960 mm |