1987 Austin Maestro vs. 2007 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2007 Toyota Hilux 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 2,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Hilux (161 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1987 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1987 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 884 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 Toyota Hilux 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, 2007 Toyota Hilux 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, 2007 Toyota Hilux (343 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Austin Maestro | 2007 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | Maestro | Hilux |
Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1799 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 80 L |