1987 Austin Maestro vs. 1987 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, both 1987 Austin Maestro and 1987 Mitsubishi Lancer were released in the same year (1987). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mitsubishi Lancer (74 HP) has 8 more horse power than 1987 Austin Maestro. (66 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1987 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 85 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.
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 Mitsubishi Lancer (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Austin Maestro | 1987 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Austin | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Maestro | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2390 mm |
