1983 Austin Maestro vs. 2011 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Orlando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando (139 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1983 Austin Maestro. (67 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Orlando weights approximately 653 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 2011 Chevrolet Orlando 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 Chevrolet Orlando 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 Chevrolet Orlando (176 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Maestro. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Orlando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Maestro | 2011 Chevrolet Orlando | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | Maestro | Orlando |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1528 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4652 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1633 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2760 mm |
