1988 Austin Maestro vs. 2012 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2012 Toyota 4Runner 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota 4Runner (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1988 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1988 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 1138 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 2012 Toyota 4Runner is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Toyota 4Runner. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Austin Maestro, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota 4Runner (376 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Austin Maestro. 2012 Toyota 4Runner 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. 2012 Toyota 4Runner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Austin Maestro | 2012 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | Maestro | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 2053 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4823 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1816 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 87 L |
