1988 Austin Maestro vs. 1999 Ford Contour
To start off, 1999 Ford Contour 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 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Contour (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1988 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1988 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Contour weights approximately 327 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, 1999 Ford Contour (175 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Austin Maestro | 1999 Ford Contour | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | Maestro | Contour |
Year Released | 1988 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1242 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |