1988 Austin Maestro vs. 2009 Audi A4
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 21 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 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1988 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1988 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A4 weights approximately 675 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 2009 Audi A4 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, 2009 Audi A4 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, 2009 Audi A4 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Austin Maestro. 2009 Audi A4 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. 2009 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Austin Maestro | 2009 Audi A4 | |
| Make | Austin | Audi |
| Model | Maestro | A4 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 78.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 66 L |
