1988 Austin Maestro vs. 1991 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 1991 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 3 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 2,765 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Daihatsu Rocky (72 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1988 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Daihatsu Rocky should accelerate faster than 1988 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 645 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.
Because 1991 Daihatsu Rocky 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, 1991 Daihatsu Rocky 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, 1991 Daihatsu Rocky (170 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Austin Maestro | 1991 Daihatsu Rocky | |
| Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
| Model | Maestro | Rocky |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2765 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2540 mm |
