1989 Austin Maestro vs. 1994 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 1994 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 5 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 2,765 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Daihatsu Rocky (72 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1989 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Daihatsu Rocky should accelerate faster than 1989 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 575 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 1994 Daihatsu Rocky 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, 1994 Daihatsu Rocky 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, 1994 Daihatsu Rocky (173 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Austin Maestro | 1994 Daihatsu Rocky | |
Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
Model | Maestro | Rocky |
Year Released | 1989 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2765 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2540 mm |