1986 Austin Maestro vs. 1983 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 1986 Austin Maestro is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Isuzu Trooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Isuzu Trooper would be higher. At 2,255 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Isuzu Trooper (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1986 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 1986 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 681 kg more than 1986 Austin Maestro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Austin Maestro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Isuzu Trooper 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, 1983 Isuzu Trooper (167 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Austin Maestro | 1983 Isuzu Trooper | |
| Make | Austin | Isuzu |
| Model | Maestro | Trooper |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1274 cc | 2255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1596 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |
