1987 Austin Maestro vs. 2008 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2008 Kia Sedona is newer by 21 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sedona (142 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1987 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 1987 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sedona weights approximately 1175 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Kia Sedona (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Austin Maestro | 2008 Kia Sedona | |
| Make | Austin | Kia |
| Model | Maestro | Sedona |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 2090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 75 L |
