1990 Austin Maestro vs. 2005 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2005 GMC Canyon 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 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Canyon (175 HP) has 109 more horse power than 1990 Austin Maestro. (66 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1990 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Canyon weights approximately 882 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, 2005 GMC Canyon (252 Nm) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Austin Maestro | 2005 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Austin | GMC |
| Model | Maestro | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1273 cc | 2770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 175 HP |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 102 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1797 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 72 L |
