1983 Austin Maestro vs. 2007 Honda Legend
To start off, 2007 Honda Legend is newer by 24 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Legend (291 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1983 Austin Maestro. (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Legend weights approximately 900 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 2007 Honda Legend 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, 2007 Honda Legend 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, 2007 Honda Legend (351 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Maestro. (178 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Maestro. 2007 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 1983 Austin Maestro has manual transmission. 1983 Austin Maestro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Maestro | 2007 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | Maestro | Legend |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2810 mm |
