1988 Austin Maestro vs. 1992 Volvo 480
To start off, 1992 Volvo 480 is newer by 4 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 1,720 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Volvo 480 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Volvo 480 (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1988 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Volvo 480 should accelerate faster than 1988 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Volvo 480 weights approximately 85 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, 1992 Volvo 480 (143 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Volvo 480 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Austin Maestro | 1992 Volvo 480 | |
| Make | Austin | Volvo |
| Model | Maestro | 480 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |
