1989 Austin Maestro vs. 1990 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 1990 Volkswagen Corrado 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Volkswagen Corrado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volkswagen Corrado (134 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1989 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volkswagen Corrado should accelerate faster than 1989 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Volkswagen Corrado weights approximately 175 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 Volkswagen Corrado (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Volkswagen Corrado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Austin Maestro | 1990 Volkswagen Corrado | |
Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
Model | Maestro | Corrado |
Year Released | 1989 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2480 mm |