1987 Austin Maestro vs. 2010 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2010 Toyota Avensis is newer by 23 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), 2010 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Avensis (145 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1987 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1987 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 417 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, 2010 Toyota Avensis (196 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Austin Maestro | 2010 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | Maestro | Avensis |
Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
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 | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1332 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 60 L |