1987 Austin Maestro vs. 2007 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2007 Nissan Navara is newer by 20 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Navara (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1987 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 1987 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Navara weights approximately 1008 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 2007 Nissan Navara is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Nissan Navara. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Austin Maestro, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Nissan Navara (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Austin Maestro. 2007 Nissan Navara has automatic transmission and 1987 Austin Maestro has manual transmission. 1987 Austin Maestro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Nissan Navara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Austin Maestro | 2007 Nissan Navara | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | Maestro | Navara |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 80 L |
