1984 Austin Maestro vs. 2010 Renault Trafic
To start off, 2010 Renault Trafic is newer by 26 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Renault Trafic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Renault Trafic (100 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1984 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Renault Trafic should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Maestro.
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, 2010 Renault Trafic (241 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Renault Trafic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Maestro | 2010 Renault Trafic | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | Maestro | Trafic |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 90 L |
