1983 Austin Maestro vs. 2007 Toyota Quantum
To start off, 2007 Toyota Quantum 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 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Quantum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Quantum (149 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1983 Austin Maestro. (67 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Quantum should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Quantum weights approximately 970 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 Quantum is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Toyota Quantum. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Austin Maestro, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Quantum (241 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Maestro. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Quantum 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 Quantum | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | Maestro | Quantum |
Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2694 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 95 mm |
Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 2290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3120 mm |