1988 Austin Maestro vs. 2013 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2013 Jeep Compass is newer by 25 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jeep Compass (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1988 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1988 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jeep Compass weights approximately 534 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, 2013 Jeep Compass (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Austin Maestro | 2013 Jeep Compass | |
Make | Austin | Jeep |
Model | Maestro | Compass |
Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 97 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1449 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4448 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1651 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2634 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 51 L |