1988 Austin Maestro vs. 2001 Daewoo Tacuma
To start off, 2001 Daewoo Tacuma is newer by 13 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Daewoo Tacuma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daewoo Tacuma (119 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1988 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daewoo Tacuma should accelerate faster than 1988 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Daewoo Tacuma weights approximately 492 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, 2001 Daewoo Tacuma (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Daewoo Tacuma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Austin Maestro. 2001 Daewoo Tacuma 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. 2001 Daewoo Tacuma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Austin Maestro | 2001 Daewoo Tacuma | |
| Make | Austin | Daewoo |
| Model | Maestro | Tacuma |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1407 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 60 L |
