1985 Austin Maestro vs. 1975 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1985 Austin Maestro is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Volkswagen Golf (70 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1985 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1985 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Austin Maestro weights approximately 63 kg more than 1975 Volkswagen Golf.
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, 1975 Volkswagen Golf (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Austin Maestro | 1975 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
Model | Maestro | Golf |
Year Released | 1985 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 76.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 45 L |