1989 Austin Maestro vs. 1992 Ford Escort
To start off, 1992 Ford Escort is newer by 3 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Escort (129 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1989 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1989 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Escort weights approximately 240 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Ford Escort (162 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm). This means 1992 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Austin Maestro | 1992 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | Maestro | Escort |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
