1990 Austin Maestro vs. 2005 Honda Stream
To start off, 2005 Honda Stream 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Stream is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Stream (157 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1990 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 1990 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Stream weights approximately 513 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 Honda Stream (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Stream will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Austin Maestro | 2005 Honda Stream | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | Maestro | Stream |
Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
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 | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 86 mm |
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 | 1428 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 55 L |