1986 Austin Maestro vs. 2004 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2004 Nissan Armada is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Austin Maestro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Austin Maestro would be higher. At 5,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1986 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1986 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1501 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 2004 Nissan Armada 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, 2004 Nissan Armada 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, 2004 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Austin Maestro | 2004 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | Maestro | Armada |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1274 cc | 5555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 2416 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 106 L |
