1988 Austin Maestro vs. 2011 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2011 Subaru Outback is newer by 23 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Outback (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1988 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1988 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Subaru Outback weights approximately 693 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 2011 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Austin Maestro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Outback 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, 2011 Subaru Outback (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Austin Maestro. 2011 Subaru Outback 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. 2011 Subaru Outback will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1988 Austin Maestro | 2011 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Austin | Subaru |
Model | Maestro | Outback |
Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1608 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1669 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2741 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 70 L |