1990 Austin Maestro vs. 2005 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2005 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 15 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 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Transit Connect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Transit Connect (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1990 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 1990 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 365 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, 2005 Ford Transit Connect (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Transit Connect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Austin Maestro | 2005 Ford Transit Connect | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | Maestro | Transit Connect |
Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1273 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2670 mm |