1990 Austin Maestro vs. 1997 Opel Astra
To start off, 1997 Opel Astra is newer by 7 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 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Austin Maestro (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1997 Opel Astra. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Austin Maestro should accelerate faster than 1997 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Opel Astra weights approximately 90 kg more than 1990 Austin Maestro.
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, 1997 Opel Astra (103 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Austin Maestro | 1997 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Austin | Opel |
| Model | Maestro | Astra |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1273 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 70 L |
