1988 Austin Maestro vs. 1989 Plymouth Laser
To start off, 1989 Plymouth Laser is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Austin Maestro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Austin Maestro would be higher. At 1,755 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Plymouth Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Plymouth Laser (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1988 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Plymouth Laser should accelerate faster than 1988 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Plymouth Laser weights approximately 235 kg more than 1988 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, 1989 Plymouth Laser (142 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Plymouth Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Austin Maestro | 1989 Plymouth Laser | |
| Make | Austin | Plymouth |
| Model | Maestro | Laser |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1755 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2480 mm |
