1986 Austin Maestro vs. 1996 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1996 Nissan Skyline is newer by 10 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 2,568 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 345 kg more than 1986 Austin Maestro.
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, 1996 Nissan Skyline (367 Nm) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm). This means 1996 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Austin Maestro | 1996 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | Maestro | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1274 cc | 2568 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2730 mm |
