1990 Austin Maestro vs. 1987 Buick Regal
To start off, 1990 Austin Maestro is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Buick Regal would be higher. At 3,128 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Buick Regal (137 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1990 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1990 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Regal weights approximately 455 kg more than 1990 Austin Maestro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Buick Regal is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1987 Buick Regal. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Austin Maestro, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1987 Buick Regal (246 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Austin Maestro | 1987 Buick Regal | |
Make | Austin | Buick |
Model | Maestro | Regal |
Year Released | 1990 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1273 cc | 3128 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 68 L |