1988 Austin Maestro vs. 2012 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2012 Ford C-Max is newer by 24 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford C-Max is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford C-Max (113 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1988 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford C-Max should accelerate faster than 1988 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford C-Max weights approximately 635 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, 2012 Ford C-Max (300 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Ford C-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Austin Maestro | 2012 Ford C-Max | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | Maestro | C-Max |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1828 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2788 mm |
