1990 Austin Maestro vs. 1993 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 1993 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Austin Maestro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Austin Maestro would be higher. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 De Tomaso Guara (397 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 331 more horse power than 1990 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1990 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 De Tomaso Guara weights approximately 219 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 1993 De Tomaso Guara 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 1993 De Tomaso Guara. 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, 1993 De Tomaso Guara (501 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Austin Maestro | 1993 De Tomaso Guara | |
| Make | Austin | De Tomaso |
| Model | Maestro | Guara |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1273 cc | 4599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 397 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 501 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 102 L |
