1985 Austin Maestro vs. 2007 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2007 Toyota Tundra is newer by 22 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 4,662 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Tundra (271 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1985 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1985 Austin Maestro.
Because 2007 Toyota Tundra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Toyota Tundra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Austin Maestro, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Tundra (424 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Austin Maestro. 2007 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 1985 Austin Maestro has manual transmission. 1985 Austin Maestro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Austin Maestro | 2007 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | Maestro | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 4662 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 424 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 100 L |
