1984 Austin Maestro vs. 2012 Opel Insignia
To start off, 2012 Opel Insignia 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Insignia (321 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1984 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Insignia should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Maestro.
Because 2012 Opel Insignia 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, 2012 Opel Insignia 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 Opel Insignia (435 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Insignia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Maestro. 2012 Opel Insignia 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 Opel Insignia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Maestro | 2012 Opel Insignia | |
| Make | Austin | Opel |
| Model | Maestro | Insignia |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1856 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1498 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2737 mm |
