1984 Austin Maestro vs. 1979 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1984 Austin Maestro is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Pontiac Firebird (125 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1984 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 555 kg more than 1984 Austin Maestro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Pontiac Firebird is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Pontiac Firebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Austin Maestro, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1979 Pontiac Firebird (332 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Austin Maestro | 1979 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Austin | Pontiac |
Model | Maestro | Firebird |
Year Released | 1984 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 3790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2750 mm |