1984 Austin Maestro vs. 2013 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2013 Honda CR-V is newer by 29 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda CR-V (182 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1984 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda CR-V weights approximately 686 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 2013 Honda CR-V 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, 2013 Honda CR-V 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, 2013 Honda CR-V (221 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Maestro. 2013 Honda CR-V 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. 2013 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Maestro | 2013 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | Maestro | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1601 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 58 L |
