1984 Austin Maestro vs. 2012 Audi Q7
To start off, 2012 Audi Q7 is newer by 28 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi Q7 (225 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1984 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1610 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 2012 Audi Q7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Austin Maestro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q7 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, 2012 Audi Q7 (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 448 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Maestro. 2012 Audi Q7 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. 2012 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Maestro | 2012 Audi Q7 | |
| Make | Austin | Audi |
| Model | Maestro | Q7 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 2525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5088 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3002 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 100 L |
