1983 Austin Maestro vs. 2008 Lada Niva
To start off, 2008 Lada Niva is newer by 25 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 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Austin Maestro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Austin Maestro (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2008 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Austin Maestro should accelerate faster than 2008 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lada Niva weights approximately 270 kg more than 1983 Austin Maestro.
Because 2008 Lada Niva 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, 2008 Lada Niva 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, 1983 Austin Maestro (178 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Austin Maestro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Maestro | 2008 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Austin | Lada |
| Model | Maestro | Niva |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 1690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2210 mm |
