1987 Austin Maestro vs. 2001 Chrysler Voyager
To start off, 2001 Chrysler Voyager is newer by 14 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 2,397 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chrysler Voyager (150 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1987 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chrysler Voyager should accelerate faster than 1987 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 835 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, 2001 Chrysler Voyager (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Chrysler Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Austin Maestro | 2001 Chrysler Voyager | |
| Make | Austin | Chrysler |
| Model | Maestro | Voyager |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 75 L |
