1989 Austin Maestro vs. 1991 GMC Jimmy
To start off, 1991 GMC Jimmy is newer by 2 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 5,001 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 GMC Jimmy (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1989 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1989 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 965 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.
Because 1991 GMC Jimmy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Austin Maestro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 GMC Jimmy will offer significantly more control. 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, 1991 GMC Jimmy (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Austin Maestro. 1991 GMC Jimmy 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. 1991 GMC Jimmy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Austin Maestro | 1991 GMC Jimmy | |
| Make | Austin | GMC |
| Model | Maestro | Jimmy |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 5001 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2720 mm |
