1983 Austin Maestro vs. 1990 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1990 GMC Jimmy is newer by 7 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 2,469 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 GMC Jimmy (91 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1983 Austin Maestro. (67 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1983 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 525 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.
Because 1990 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Austin Maestro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 GMC Jimmy 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, 1990 GMC Jimmy (182 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Austin Maestro. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Austin Maestro | 1990 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Austin | GMC |
| Model | Maestro | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2469 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2560 mm |
