1987 Austin Maestro vs. 1996 Buick Roadmaster
To start off, 1996 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 9 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Buick Roadmaster (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1987 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1987 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 935 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 1996 Buick Roadmaster is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Buick Roadmaster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Austin Maestro, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Buick Roadmaster (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Austin Maestro. 1996 Buick Roadmaster 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. 1996 Buick Roadmaster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1987 Austin Maestro | 1996 Buick Roadmaster | |
Make | Austin | Buick |
Model | Maestro | Roadmaster |
Year Released | 1987 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2950 mm |