1988 Austin Maestro vs. 2004 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2004 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 16 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 1,752 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Transit Connect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Transit Connect (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1988 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 1988 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 405 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, 2004 Ford Transit Connect (220 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Transit Connect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Austin Maestro | 2004 Ford Transit Connect | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | Maestro | Transit Connect |
Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1752 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2670 mm |