1987 Austin Maestro vs. 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 4 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 3,431 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser (97 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1987 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1987 Austin Maestro.
Because 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser (226 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Austin Maestro | 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | Maestro | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 3431 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
