1983 Austin Maestro vs. 2012 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2012 Toyota Avalon is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Austin Maestro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Austin Maestro would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Avalon (268 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1983 Austin Maestro. (86 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 636 kg more than 1983 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, 2012 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Maestro. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Maestro | 2012 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | Maestro | Avalon |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5019 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1486 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2819 mm |
