1983 Austin Maestro vs. 2006 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2006 Honda CR-V 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda CR-V (156 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1983 Austin Maestro. (86 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda CR-V weights approximately 1008 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 Honda CR-V 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 Honda CR-V 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 Honda CR-V (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Maestro. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Maestro | 2006 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | Maestro | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1992 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2630 mm |
