1985 Austin Maestro vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 20 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1985 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1985 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1044 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 2005 Kia Sorento 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, 2005 Kia Sorento 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, 2005 Kia Sorento (294 Nm) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Austin Maestro | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Austin | Kia |
| Model | Maestro | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 1962 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 80 L |
