1983 Austin Maestro vs. 2010 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Caddy 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Caddy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Caddy (104 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1983 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Caddy should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 450 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 Volkswagen Caddy (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Caddy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Maestro | 2010 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | Maestro | Caddy |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.7 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 60 L |
