1983 Austin Maestro vs. 2006 Ford Escape
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 23 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 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1983 Austin Maestro. (67 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 965 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Ford Escape (207 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Maestro. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Maestro | 2006 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | Maestro | Escape |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 87.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2630 mm |
