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 2,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1983 Austin Maestro. (86 HP @ 5600 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 260 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 2006 Ford Escape 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, 2006 Ford Escape 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, 2006 Ford Escape (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Maestro. (123 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 | 1598 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1244 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2630 mm |
