1989 Austin Maestro vs. 1996 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1996 Toyota Corolla is newer by 7 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 1,762 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Corolla (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1989 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1989 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 117 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, 1996 Toyota Corolla (131 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Austin Maestro | 1996 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | Maestro | Corolla |
Year Released | 1989 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1762 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 85.5 mm |
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 | 1032 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 60 L |