1987 Austin Maestro vs. 1995 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 1995 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 8 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Volkswagen Sharan (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1987 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1987 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 860 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, 1995 Volkswagen Sharan (202 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Austin Maestro | 1995 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | Maestro | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2840 mm |
