1983 Austin Maestro vs. 2010 Dacia Logan
To start off, 2010 Dacia Logan is newer by 27 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. Both 1983 Austin Maestro and 2010 Dacia Logan are equipped with a 1,598 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dacia Logan (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1983 Austin Maestro. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dacia Logan should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dacia Logan weights approximately 210 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dacia Logan. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Austin Maestro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Austin Maestro | 2010 Dacia Logan | |
Make | Austin | Dacia |
Model | Maestro | Logan |
Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 mm | 80.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 50 L |