1986 Austin Maestro vs. 1986 Opel Omega
To start off, both 1986 Austin Maestro and 1986 Opel Omega were released in the same year (1986). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Opel Omega (122 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1986 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1986 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Opel Omega weights approximately 360 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 1986 Opel Omega is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1986 Opel Omega. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Austin Maestro, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1986 Opel Omega (175 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Austin Maestro | 1986 Opel Omega | |
Make | Austin | Opel |
Model | Maestro | Omega |
Year Released | 1986 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1274 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 75 L |