1987 Austin Maestro vs. 2004 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2004 Nissan Frontier 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Frontier (153 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1987 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1987 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 565 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Frontier (209 Nm) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Austin Maestro | 2004 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | Maestro | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 60 L |
