1987 Austin Maestro vs. 2010 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2010 Renault Laguna is newer by 23 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Renault Laguna (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1987 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1987 Austin Maestro.
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, 2010 Renault Laguna (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 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 | 2010 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | Maestro | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 70 L |
