1985 Austin Maestro vs. 1992 Renault 19
To start off, 1992 Renault 19 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Austin Maestro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Austin Maestro would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Austin Maestro (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1992 Renault 19. (63 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Austin Maestro should accelerate faster than 1992 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Renault 19 weights approximately 177 kg more than 1985 Austin Maestro.
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, 1992 Renault 19 (118 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Renault 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Austin Maestro | 1992 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | Maestro | 19 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 55 L |
