1988 Austin Maestro vs. 1993 Mazda Lantis
To start off, 1993 Mazda Lantis is newer by 5 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 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mazda Lantis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mazda Lantis (121 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1988 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mazda Lantis should accelerate faster than 1988 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mazda Lantis weights approximately 245 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, 1993 Mazda Lantis (156 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Mazda Lantis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Austin Maestro | 1993 Mazda Lantis | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | Maestro | Lantis |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 85 mm |
| 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 | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
