1990 Austin Maestro vs. 1998 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1998 Toyota Camry is newer by 8 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 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Camry (135 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1990 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1990 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Camry weights approximately 500 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, 1998 Toyota Camry (196 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Austin Maestro | 1998 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | Maestro | Camry |
Year Released | 1990 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1273 cc | 2164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 87.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 90.9 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 | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |