1990 Austin Maestro vs. 1994 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1994 Toyota Corolla is newer by 4 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota Corolla (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1990 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1990 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 175 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.
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, 1994 Toyota Corolla (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Austin Maestro | 1994 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | Maestro | Corolla |
Year Released | 1990 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1273 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2470 mm |