1988 Austin Maestro vs. 1984 Ford Orion
To start off, 1988 Austin Maestro is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Orion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Orion would be higher. At 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Orion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Austin Maestro (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1984 Ford Orion. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Austin Maestro should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Orion weights approximately 35 kg more than 1988 Austin Maestro.
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, 1988 Austin Maestro (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Orion. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Austin Maestro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Austin Maestro | 1984 Ford Orion | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | Maestro | Orion |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1608 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| 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 | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 55 L |
