1983 Austin Maestro vs. 2008 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2008 Nissan Qashqai 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Qashqai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Qashqai (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1983 Austin Maestro. (67 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Qashqai should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 556 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 2008 Nissan Qashqai 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 Nissan Qashqai 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, 2008 Nissan Qashqai (196 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Maestro. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Austin Maestro | 2008 Nissan Qashqai | |
Make | Austin | Nissan |
Model | Maestro | Qashqai |
Year Released | 1983 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 90.1 mm |
Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1431 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2640 mm |