1987 Austin Maestro vs. 1987 Ford Laser
To start off, both 1987 Austin Maestro and 1987 Ford Laser were released in the same year (1987). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 66 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Austin Maestro weights approximately 115 kg more than 1987 Ford Laser.
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, 1987 Austin Maestro (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Laser. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Austin Maestro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Laser. 1987 Ford Laser 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. 1987 Ford Laser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Austin Maestro | 1987 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | Maestro | Laser |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1987 |
| 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 | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |
