1984 Austin Maestro vs. 1983 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1984 Austin Maestro is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 1,487 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Nissan Sunny (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1984 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Austin Maestro weights approximately 51 kg more than 1983 Nissan Sunny.
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, 1983 Nissan Sunny (122 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Austin Maestro | 1983 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Austin | Nissan |
Model | Maestro | Sunny |
Year Released | 1984 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1487 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 864 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |