1984 Austin Maestro vs. 1989 Chevrolet Astro
To start off, 1989 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 5 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Astro (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1984 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 980 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 1989 Chevrolet Astro 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, 1989 Chevrolet Astro 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, 1989 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Maestro | 1989 Chevrolet Astro | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | Maestro | Astro |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2830 mm |
