1987 Austin Maestro vs. 2006 Ford Escape
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 19 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 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (155 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1987 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1987 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 800 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 2006 Ford Escape 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, 2006 Ford Escape 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, 2006 Ford Escape (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Austin Maestro | 2006 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | Maestro | Escape |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 57 L |
