1987 Austin Maestro vs. 2000 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2000 Renault Laguna is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Austin Maestro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Austin Maestro would be higher. At 2,187 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Renault Laguna (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1987 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1987 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Renault Laguna weights approximately 660 kg more than 1987 Austin Maestro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Renault Laguna (327 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Austin Maestro | 2000 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | Maestro | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2187 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 327 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 70 L |
