1985 Austin Maestro vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1997 Toyota Corolla is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Austin Maestro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Austin Maestro would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Corolla (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1985 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1985 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 277 kg more than 1985 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 Corolla (146 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Austin Maestro | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | Maestro | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2470 mm |
