1984 Austin Maestro vs. 1997 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1997 Toyota Carina is newer by 13 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 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Carina (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1984 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Carina weights approximately 230 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.
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, 1997 Toyota Carina (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Austin Maestro | 1997 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | Maestro | Carina |
Year Released | 1984 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |