1989 Austin Maestro vs. 2013 Mazda 5
To start off, 2013 Mazda 5 is newer by 24 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 2,489 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda 5 (157 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1989 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 1989 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda 5 weights approximately 636 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, 2013 Mazda 5 (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Austin Maestro | 2013 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | Maestro | 5 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1551 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1615 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 60 L |
