1984 Austin Maestro vs. 2010 Volvo S40
To start off, 2010 Volvo S40 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo S40 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1984 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo S40 weights approximately 599 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, 2010 Volvo S40 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Maestro. 2010 Volvo S40 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. 2010 Volvo S40 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Maestro | 2010 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Austin | Volvo |
| Model | Maestro | S40 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1514 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4475 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 60 L |
