1989 Austin Maestro vs. 1990 Renault Clio
To start off, 1990 Renault Clio is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Austin Maestro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Austin Maestro would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Renault Clio (79 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1989 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1989 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Austin Maestro weights approximately 75 kg more than 1990 Renault Clio.
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, 1990 Renault Clio (107 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Austin Maestro | 1990 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | Maestro | Clio |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
