1986 Austin Maestro vs. 1999 Kia Sportage
To start off, 1999 Kia Sportage is newer by 13 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Kia Sportage (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1986 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1986 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Sportage weights approximately 625 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 1999 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Austin Maestro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Kia Sportage (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Austin Maestro | 1999 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Austin | Kia |
Model | Maestro | Sportage |
Year Released | 1986 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1274 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |