1989 Austin Maestro vs. 2003 Daihatsu YRV
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu YRV is newer by 14 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Daihatsu YRV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Daihatsu YRV (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1989 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu YRV should accelerate faster than 1989 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Austin Maestro weights approximately 25 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu YRV.
Because 2003 Daihatsu YRV 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, 2003 Daihatsu YRV 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, 2003 Daihatsu YRV (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Daihatsu YRV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Austin Maestro | 2003 Daihatsu YRV | |
| Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
| Model | Maestro | YRV |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 36 L |
