1990 Austin Maestro vs. 2004 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2004 Opel Zafira 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 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Opel Zafira (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1990 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 1990 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Zafira weights approximately 570 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, 2004 Opel Zafira (220 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Austin Maestro | 2004 Opel Zafira | |
Make | Austin | Opel |
Model | Maestro | Zafira |
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 | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
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 | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 58 L |