1983 Austin Maestro vs. 2011 Audi Q5
To start off, 2011 Audi Q5 is newer by 28 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 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Austin Maestro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi Q5 (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1983 Austin Maestro. (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Maestro.
Because 2011 Audi Q5 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, 2011 Audi Q5 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, 2011 Audi Q5 (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Maestro. (178 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Austin Maestro | 2011 Audi Q5 | |
Make | Austin | Audi |
Model | Maestro | Q5 |
Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1992 cc | 1964 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 | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1654 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2807 mm |