1989 Austin Maestro vs. 2005 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2005 Nissan Titan is newer by 16 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 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Titan (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1989 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1989 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Titan weights approximately 1266 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 2005 Nissan Titan 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, 2005 Nissan Titan 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, 2005 Nissan Titan (514 Nm) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Austin Maestro | 2005 Nissan Titan | |
Make | Austin | Nissan |
Model | Maestro | Titan |
Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 5556 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 514 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 2181 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 106 L |