1986 Austin Maestro vs. 2010 Chevrolet HHR
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet HHR is newer by 24 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 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet HHR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet HHR (155 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1986 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet HHR should accelerate faster than 1986 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet HHR weights approximately 516 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, 2010 Chevrolet HHR (203 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet HHR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Austin Maestro | 2010 Chevrolet HHR | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | Maestro | HHR |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1274 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| 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 | 1431 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4475 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1603 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2629 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 61 L |
