1983 Austin Maestro vs. 2009 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender 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 2,402 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Defender (120 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1983 Austin Maestro. (86 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1724 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 Land Rover Defender 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 Land Rover Defender 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 Land Rover Defender (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Maestro. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Maestro. 1983 Austin Maestro has automatic transmission and 2009 Land Rover Defender has manual transmission. 2009 Land Rover Defender will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Austin Maestro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Austin Maestro | 2009 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Austin | Land Rover |
Model | Maestro | Defender |
Year Released | 1983 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2402 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 mm | 94.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 17.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2370 mm |