1986 Austin Maestro vs. 1992 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1992 Toyota Carina is newer by 6 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 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota Carina (72 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1986 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1986 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Carina weights approximately 305 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1992 Toyota Carina (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Austin Maestro | 1992 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | Maestro | Carina |
Year Released | 1986 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1274 cc | 1974 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2590 mm |