1984 Austin Maestro vs. 2007 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2007 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 23 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 3,189 cc, 2007 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche Cayenne (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1984 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1440 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 2007 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2007 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2007 Porsche Cayenne (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Maestro | 2007 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Austin | Porsche |
| Model | Maestro | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 3189 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 2355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 100 L |
