1983 Austin Maestro vs. 2011 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2011 Renault Laguna 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Renault Laguna (204 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1983 Austin Maestro. (67 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Renault Laguna 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, 2011 Renault Laguna (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Maestro. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Maestro. 2011 Renault Laguna 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. 2011 Renault Laguna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Maestro | 2011 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | Maestro | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2750 mm |
