1990 Austin Maestro vs. 2002 Mazda MPV
To start off, 2002 Mazda MPV is newer by 12 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mazda MPV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda MPV (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1990 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda MPV should accelerate faster than 1990 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda MPV weights approximately 685 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, 2002 Mazda MPV (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda MPV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Austin Maestro | 2002 Mazda MPV | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | Maestro | MPV |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1273 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2850 mm |
