1984 Austin Maestro vs. 2004 Daewoo Lanos
To start off, 2004 Daewoo Lanos is newer by 20 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 1,349 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Daewoo Lanos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Daewoo Lanos (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1984 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Daewoo Lanos should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Daewoo Lanos weights approximately 95 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, 2004 Daewoo Lanos (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Daewoo Lanos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Maestro | 2004 Daewoo Lanos | |
| Make | Austin | Daewoo |
| Model | Maestro | Lanos |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1349 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 48 L |
