1990 Austin Maestro vs. 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 16 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 2,737 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1990 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1990 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 150 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.
Because 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Austin Maestro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara (250 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Austin Maestro | 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Austin | Suzuki |
| Model | Maestro | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1273 cc | 2737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 66 L |
