1988 Austin Maestro vs. 2007 Ford E-250
To start off, 2007 Ford E-250 is newer by 19 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1988 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1988 Austin Maestro.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Austin Maestro. 2007 Ford E-250 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. 2007 Ford E-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Austin Maestro | 2007 Ford E-250 | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | Maestro | E-250 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 4606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 132 L |
