1989 Austin Maestro vs. 1993 Ford Versailles
To start off, 1993 Ford Versailles 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 1,779 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Versailles is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Versailles (91 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1989 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Versailles should accelerate faster than 1989 Austin Maestro.
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, 1993 Ford Versailles (144 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Versailles will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Austin Maestro | 1993 Ford Versailles | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | Maestro | Versailles |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1779 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2560 mm |
