1983 Austin Maestro vs. 2010 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2010 Toyota Venza 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Venza (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1983 Austin Maestro. (67 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Maestro.
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 Toyota Venza (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Maestro. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Maestro. 2010 Toyota Venza 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 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Maestro | 2010 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | Maestro | Venza |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2780 mm |
