1984 Austin Maestro vs. 2002 Renault Avantime
To start off, 2002 Renault Avantime is newer by 18 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 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Renault Avantime is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Avantime (207 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1984 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Avantime should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Avantime weights approximately 785 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, 2002 Renault Avantime (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Avantime will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Maestro. 2002 Renault Avantime has automatic transmission and 1984 Austin Maestro has manual transmission. 1984 Austin Maestro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Renault Avantime will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Maestro | 2002 Renault Avantime | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | Maestro | Avantime |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 80 L |
