1988 Austin Maestro vs. 2005 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2005 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 17 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 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Sequoia (282 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1988 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1988 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1364 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.
Because 2005 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Austin Maestro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sequoia will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Toyota Sequoia (427 Nm) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Austin Maestro | 2005 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | Maestro | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 2279 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 99 L |
