1983 Austin Maestro vs. 2008 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2008 Opel Frontera 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 2,171 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Frontera (118 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1983 Austin Maestro. (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Frontera weights approximately 806 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 Opel Frontera 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 Opel Frontera 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 Opel Frontera (280 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Maestro. (178 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Maestro | 2008 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Austin | Opel |
| Model | Maestro | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1826 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
