2000 Audi A4 vs. 1984 Austin Maestro
To start off, 2000 Audi A4 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Austin Maestro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Austin Maestro would be higher. At 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A4 (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1984 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A4 weights approximately 600 kg more than 1984 Austin Maestro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Austin Maestro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi A4 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, 2000 Audi A4 (235 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A4 | 1984 Austin Maestro | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | A4 | Maestro |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 1275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 34 L |
