1988 Austin Maestro vs. 2007 Ford E-350
To start off, 2007 Ford E-350 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1988 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1988 Austin Maestro.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-350 (476 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Austin Maestro. 2007 Ford E-350 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-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Austin Maestro | 2007 Ford E-350 | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | Maestro | E-350 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 476 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 12 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 |