1987 Austin Maestro vs. 1985 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1987 Austin Maestro is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Opel Ascona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Opel Ascona (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1987 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1987 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Opel Ascona weights approximately 5 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Austin Maestro (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1987 Austin Maestro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Austin Maestro | 1985 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Austin | Opel |
| Model | Maestro | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 70 L |
