1988 Austin Maestro vs. 1980 Renault 18
To start off, 1988 Austin Maestro is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Renault 18. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Renault 18 would be higher. At 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Renault 18 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Austin Maestro (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1980 Renault 18. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Austin Maestro should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Renault 18 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1988 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, 1980 Renault 18 (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Renault 18 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Austin Maestro | 1980 Renault 18 | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | Maestro | 18 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 77 mm |
| 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 Weight | 915 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 60 L |
