1987 Austin Maestro vs. 1988 Buick Skylark
To start off, 1988 Buick Skylark is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Austin Maestro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Austin Maestro would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Buick Skylark (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1987 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1987 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Buick Skylark weights approximately 275 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, 1988 Buick Skylark (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Austin Maestro. 1988 Buick Skylark 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. 1988 Buick Skylark will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Austin Maestro | 1988 Buick Skylark | |
| Make | Austin | Buick |
| Model | Maestro | Skylark |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2630 mm |
