1989 Austin Maestro vs. 1985 Buick Electra
To start off, 1989 Austin Maestro is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Buick Electra would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Buick Electra (109 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1989 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1989 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Buick Electra weights approximately 485 kg more than 1989 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, 1985 Buick Electra (196 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Austin Maestro. 1985 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1989 Austin Maestro has manual transmission. 1989 Austin Maestro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Austin Maestro | 1985 Buick Electra | |
| Make | Austin | Buick |
| Model | Maestro | Electra |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2820 mm |
