1989 Austin Maestro vs. 1993 Renault 19
To start off, 1993 Renault 19 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 1,764 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Renault 19 (140 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1989 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 1989 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Renault 19 weights approximately 275 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, 1993 Renault 19 (165 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Renault 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Austin Maestro | 1993 Renault 19 | |
Make | Austin | Renault |
Model | Maestro | 19 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1764 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 55 L |