1986 Austin Maestro vs. 2005 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 19 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1986 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1986 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2101 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 2005 Ford Excursion 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, 2005 Ford Excursion 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, 2005 Ford Excursion (475 Nm) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Austin Maestro | 2005 Ford Excursion | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | Maestro | Excursion |
Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1274 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 475 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 90.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 106 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 3016 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1970 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 167 L |