1983 Austin Maestro vs. 2005 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen GTI 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 2,784 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen GTI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen GTI (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1983 Austin Maestro. (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen GTI weights approximately 357 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 Volkswagen GTI (264 Nm) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Maestro. (178 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen GTI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Maestro | 2005 Volkswagen GTI | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | Maestro | GTI |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 2784 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 90 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1377 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2470 mm |
