1984 Austin Maestro vs. 2007 Toyota Fortuner
To start off, 2007 Toyota Fortuner is newer by 23 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 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Fortuner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Fortuner (161 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1984 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Fortuner should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Fortuner 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 2007 Toyota Fortuner 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, 2007 Toyota Fortuner 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, 2007 Toyota Fortuner (344 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Fortuner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Austin Maestro | 2007 Toyota Fortuner | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | Maestro | Fortuner |
Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 65 L |