1983 Austin Maestro vs. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 4,477 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser (221 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1983 Austin Maestro. (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 990 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 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Toyota Land Cruiser (387 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Maestro. (178 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Austin Maestro | 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | Maestro | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1992 cc | 4477 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 95 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 2010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3190 mm |