1983 Austin Maestro vs. 2010 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2010 Nissan Quest 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 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Quest (232 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1983 Austin Maestro. (67 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Quest weights approximately 454 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, 2010 Nissan Quest (241 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Maestro. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Maestro. 2010 Nissan Quest has automatic transmission and 1983 Austin Maestro has manual transmission. 1983 Austin Maestro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Nissan Quest will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Maestro | 2010 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | Maestro | Quest |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3160 mm |
