1984 Austin Maestro vs. 1986 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 1986 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Austin Maestro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Austin Maestro would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mitsubishi Pajero (83 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1984 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 687 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 1986 Mitsubishi Pajero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Austin Maestro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Mitsubishi Pajero 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, 1986 Mitsubishi Pajero (201 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Austin Maestro | 1986 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
Make | Austin | Mitsubishi |
Model | Maestro | Pajero |
Year Released | 1984 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2477 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 201 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1602 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |