1990 Austin Maestro vs. 2004 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2004 Mazda Tribute is newer by 14 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda Tribute (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1990 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1990 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 471 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mazda Tribute (183 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Austin Maestro | 2004 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | Maestro | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1273 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 62 L |
