1988 Austin Maestro vs. 2002 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2002 Toyota Sienna is newer by 14 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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Sienna (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1988 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1988 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 790 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, 2002 Toyota Sienna (283 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Austin Maestro. 2002 Toyota Sienna 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. 2002 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Austin Maestro | 2002 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | Maestro | Sienna |
Year Released | 1988 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 283 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 87.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2910 mm |