1988 Austin Maestro vs. 1989 Suzuki SJ 413
To start off, 1989 Suzuki SJ 413 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 1,275 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Austin Maestro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Austin Maestro (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1989 Suzuki SJ 413. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Austin Maestro should accelerate faster than 1989 Suzuki SJ 413. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Austin Maestro weights approximately 45 kg more than 1989 Suzuki SJ 413. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Suzuki SJ 413 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Austin Maestro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Suzuki SJ 413 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, 1988 Austin Maestro (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Suzuki SJ 413. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Austin Maestro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Suzuki SJ 413.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Austin Maestro | 1989 Suzuki SJ 413 | |
| Make | Austin | Suzuki |
| Model | Maestro | SJ 413 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1270 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2040 mm |
