1986 Austin Maestro vs. 1990 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1990 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Austin Maestro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Austin Maestro would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1990 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mazda RX-7 (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1986 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1986 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1986 Austin Maestro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Mazda RX-7 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 1990 Mazda RX-7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1990 Mazda RX-7 (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Austin Maestro | 1990 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | Maestro | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1274 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2440 mm |
