1985 Austin Maestro vs. 2005 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2005 Toyota Highlander 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 3,309 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Highlander (230 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1985 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1985 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 763 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota Highlander (314 Nm) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Austin Maestro | 2005 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | Maestro | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 3309 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 83 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 1681 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 73 L |
