1987 Austin Maestro vs. 2004 Mitsubishi L 200
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi L 200 is newer by 17 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 2,350 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi L 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi L 200 (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1987 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi L 200 should accelerate faster than 1987 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 805 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 2004 Mitsubishi L 200 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, 2004 Mitsubishi L 200 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, 2004 Mitsubishi L 200 (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Mitsubishi L 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Austin Maestro | 2004 Mitsubishi L 200 | |
| Make | Austin | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Maestro | L 200 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2970 mm |
