1986 Austin Maestro vs. 2008 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Jimny 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 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Suzuki Jimny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Suzuki Jimny (85 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1986 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Jimny should accelerate faster than 1986 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki Jimny weights approximately 315 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 2008 Suzuki Jimny 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, 2008 Suzuki Jimny 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, 2008 Suzuki Jimny (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Suzuki Jimny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Austin Maestro | 2008 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Austin | Suzuki |
| Model | Maestro | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1274 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 40 L |
