1989 Austin Maestro vs. 2008 Tata Safari

To start off, 2008 Tata Safari is newer by 19 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 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Tata Safari (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1989 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1989 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tata Safari weights approximately 1005 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 2008 Tata Safari 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, 2008 Tata Safari 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, 2008 Tata Safari (320 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Austin Maestro.

Compare all specifications:

1989 Austin Maestro 2008 Tata Safari
Make Austin Tata
Model Maestro Safari
Year Released 1989 2008
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1275 cc 2179 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 66 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 102 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 1700 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 915 kg 1920 kg
Vehicle Length 4060 mm 4660 mm
Vehicle Width 1690 mm 1918 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1930 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2660 mm


 

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