1986 Austin Maestro vs. 2008 Ford Focus
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 22 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 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Focus (90 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1986 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1986 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Focus weights approximately 447 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, 2008 Ford Focus (215 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Austin Maestro | 2008 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | Maestro | Focus |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1274 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1362 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 53 L |
