1987 Austin Maestro vs. 2009 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 22 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Kyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Kyron (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1987 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Kyron should accelerate faster than 1987 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 982 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 2009 SsangYong Kyron 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, 2009 SsangYong Kyron 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, 2009 SsangYong Kyron (311 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Austin Maestro | 2009 SsangYong Kyron | |
Make | Austin | SsangYong |
Model | Maestro | Kyron |
Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 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 | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1897 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 75 L |