1983 Austin Maestro vs. 2010 Opel Antara
To start off, 2010 Opel Antara 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 2,404 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Opel Antara (138 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1983 Austin Maestro. (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Opel Antara weights approximately 785 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 Opel Antara 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 Opel Antara 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 Opel Antara (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Maestro. (178 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Austin Maestro | 2010 Opel Antara | |
Make | Austin | Opel |
Model | Maestro | Antara |
Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1992 cc | 2404 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |