1985 Austin Maestro vs. 1998 Opel Signum
To start off, 1998 Opel Signum is newer by 13 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Opel Signum (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1985 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Opel Signum 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 1998 Opel Signum.
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, 1998 Opel Signum (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Austin Maestro | 1998 Opel Signum | |
Make | Austin | Opel |
Model | Maestro | Signum |
Year Released | 1985 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 90.4 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 | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 60 L |