1984 Austin Maestro vs. 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser
To start off, 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser is newer by 17 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 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser (153 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1984 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 1935 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 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser 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, 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser 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, 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Maestro | 2001 Toyota Mega Cruiser | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | Maestro | Mega Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 2850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 108 L |
