1983 Austin Maestro vs. 2007 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2007 Nissan Navara 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1983 Austin Maestro. (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Navara weights approximately 1102 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 Nissan Navara 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 Nissan Navara 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 Nissan Navara (404 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Maestro. (178 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Austin Maestro | 2007 Nissan Navara | |
Make | Austin | Nissan |
Model | Maestro | Navara |
Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1992 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 404 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 2122 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3210 mm |