1990 Austin Maestro vs. 1989 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1990 Austin Maestro is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro (238 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1990 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1990 Austin Maestro.
Because 1989 Chevrolet Camaro 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 1989 Chevrolet Camaro. 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, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro (467 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Austin Maestro | 1989 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | Maestro | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1273 cc | 5735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 467 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2580 mm |
