1989 Austin Maestro vs. 1983 Volvo 760
To start off, 1989 Austin Maestro is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Volvo 760. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Volvo 760 would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Volvo 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Volvo 760 (156 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1989 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Volvo 760 should accelerate faster than 1989 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Volvo 760 weights approximately 410 kg more than 1989 Austin Maestro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Volvo 760 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 1983 Volvo 760. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1983 Volvo 760 (234 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Volvo 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Austin Maestro | 1983 Volvo 760 | |
| Make | Austin | Volvo |
| Model | Maestro | 760 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 73 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 | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2780 mm |
