1984 Austin Maestro vs. 1992 Honda Legend
To start off, 1992 Honda Legend is newer by 8 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 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Legend (201 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1984 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Legend weights approximately 635 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.
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, 1992 Honda Legend (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Maestro | 1992 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | Maestro | Legend |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 3206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
