1988 Austin Maestro vs. 2009 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2009 Nissan Quest 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 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Quest (235 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1988 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1988 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Quest weights approximately 639 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, 2009 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Austin Maestro. 2009 Nissan Quest 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 Nissan Quest will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Austin Maestro | 2009 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | Maestro | Quest |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1554 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 76 L |
