1985 Austin Maestro vs. 1998 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 1998 Toyota Caldina is newer by 13 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 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Caldina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Caldina (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1985 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 1985 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Caldina weights approximately 522 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.
Because 1998 Toyota Caldina is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Austin Maestro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina 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, 1998 Toyota Caldina (324 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Caldina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Austin Maestro | 1998 Toyota Caldina | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | Maestro | Caldina |
Year Released | 1985 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 324 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 60 L |