1989 Austin Maestro vs. 1993 Dodge Stealth
To start off, 1993 Dodge Stealth is newer by 4 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 2,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Dodge Stealth is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Dodge Stealth (282 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1989 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 1989 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Dodge Stealth weights approximately 815 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 1993 Dodge Stealth 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, 1993 Dodge Stealth 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, 1993 Dodge Stealth (428 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Dodge Stealth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Austin Maestro | 1993 Dodge Stealth | |
| Make | Austin | Dodge |
| Model | Maestro | Stealth |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 428 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2480 mm |
