1990 Austin Maestro vs. 1990 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, both 1990 Austin Maestro and 1990 Chevrolet Caprice were released in the same year (1990). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Caprice (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1990 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1990 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 1035 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 1990 Chevrolet Caprice 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 1990 Chevrolet Caprice. 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, 1990 Chevrolet Caprice (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Austin Maestro. 1990 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 1990 Austin Maestro has manual transmission. 1990 Austin Maestro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Austin Maestro | 1990 Chevrolet Caprice | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | Maestro | Caprice |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1273 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 94.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 68 L |
