1987 Austin Maestro vs. 1985 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1987 Austin Maestro is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 4,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 GMC Jimmy (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1987 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1987 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 925 kg more than 1987 Austin Maestro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Austin Maestro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 GMC Jimmy 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, 1985 GMC Jimmy (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Austin Maestro. 1985 GMC Jimmy has automatic transmission and 1987 Austin Maestro has manual transmission. 1987 Austin Maestro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 GMC Jimmy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Austin Maestro | 1985 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Austin | GMC |
| Model | Maestro | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 4298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2720 mm |
