1988 Austin Maestro vs. 1999 Rover 800
To start off, 1999 Rover 800 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Rover 800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Rover 800 (173 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1988 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Rover 800 should accelerate faster than 1988 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Rover 800 weights approximately 520 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 Rover 800 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Rover 800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Austin Maestro. 1999 Rover 800 has automatic transmission and 1988 Austin Maestro has manual transmission. 1988 Austin Maestro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Rover 800 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Austin Maestro | 1999 Rover 800 | |
| Make | Austin | Rover |
| Model | Maestro | 800 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2780 mm |
