1989 Austin Maestro vs. 2005 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Polo 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Austin Maestro (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Austin Maestro should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 245 kg more than 1989 Austin Maestro.
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, 2005 Volkswagen Polo (126 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Austin Maestro | 2005 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
Model | Maestro | Polo |
Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 45 L |