1984 Austin Maestro vs. 1999 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 1999 Marcos Mantara is newer by 15 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 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Marcos Mantara (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1984 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Marcos Mantara weights approximately 15 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Maestro | 1999 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | Austin | Marcos |
| Model | Maestro | Mantara |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1090 mm |
