1983 Austin Maestro vs. 2006 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2006 Toyota RAV4 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1983 Austin Maestro. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 335 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 Toyota RAV4 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 Toyota RAV4 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 Toyota RAV4 (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Maestro. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Austin Maestro | 2006 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | Maestro | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1983 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 57 L |