1983 Austin Maestro vs. 2007 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2007 Toyota Tacoma 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 2,693 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1983 Austin Maestro. (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Maestro.
Because 2007 Toyota Tacoma 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 Tacoma. 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 Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Maestro. (178 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Tacoma 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 Tacoma | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | Maestro | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1992 cc | 2693 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 95 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3250 mm |