1983 Austin Maestro vs. 2010 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC70 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 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo XC70 (235 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1983 Austin Maestro. (86 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 897 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 Volvo XC70 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Austin Maestro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC70 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 Volvo XC70 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Maestro. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Austin Maestro | 2010 Volvo XC70 | |
Make | Austin | Volvo |
Model | Maestro | XC70 |
Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1881 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4839 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1862 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1603 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2814 mm |