1988 Austin Maestro vs. 1999 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 11 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Blazer (196 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1988 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1988 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 930 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 1999 Chevrolet Blazer 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, 1999 Chevrolet Blazer 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, 1999 Chevrolet Blazer (349 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Austin Maestro | 1999 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | Maestro | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1710 mm |
