1987 Austin Maestro vs. 1992 Lada Niva
To start off, 1992 Lada Niva is newer by 5 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 1,452 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Lada Niva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Lada Niva (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1987 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1987 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Lada Niva weights approximately 235 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.
Because 1992 Lada Niva 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, 1992 Lada Niva 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, 1992 Lada Niva (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Lada Niva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Austin Maestro | 1992 Lada Niva | |
Make | Austin | Lada |
Model | Maestro | Niva |
Year Released | 1987 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1452 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 43 L |