1983 Austin Maestro vs. 2010 Kia Borrego
To start off, 2010 Kia Borrego 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. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Borrego (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1983 Austin Maestro. (86 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Borrego weights approximately 531 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 2010 Kia Borrego 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, 2010 Kia Borrego 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, 2010 Kia Borrego (362 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Maestro. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Maestro | 2010 Kia Borrego | |
| Make | Austin | Kia |
| Model | Maestro | Borrego |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2900 mm |
