1987 Austin Maestro vs. 2012 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2012 Jeep Patriot is newer by 25 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jeep Patriot (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1987 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 1987 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 496 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, 2012 Jeep Patriot (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Austin Maestro | 2012 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Austin | Jeep |
| Model | Maestro | Patriot |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1411 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1758 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1664 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 51 L |
