1983 Austin Maestro vs. 2009 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2009 Jeep Patriot is newer by 26 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Patriot (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1983 Austin Maestro. (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 840 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 2009 Jeep Patriot 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, 2009 Jeep Patriot 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, 2009 Jeep Patriot (220 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Maestro. (178 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Maestro | 2009 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Austin | Jeep |
| Model | Maestro | Patriot |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 97 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2640 mm |
