1987 Austin Maestro vs. 1998 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 1998 Nissan Sentra is newer by 11 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan Sentra (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1987 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1987 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 45 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, 1998 Nissan Sentra (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Austin Maestro | 1998 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Austin | Nissan |
Model | Maestro | Sentra |
Year Released | 1987 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2440 mm |