1989 Austin Maestro vs. 1990 Rover 400
To start off, 1990 Rover 400 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Rover 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Rover 400 (115 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1989 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 1989 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Rover 400 weights approximately 160 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, 1990 Rover 400 (144 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Austin Maestro | 1990 Rover 400 | |
Make | Austin | Rover |
Model | Maestro | 400 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2560 mm |