1990 Austin Maestro vs. 2007 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2007 Nissan Frontier is newer by 17 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1990 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1990 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 625 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 2007 Nissan Frontier 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, 2007 Nissan Frontier 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, 2007 Nissan Frontier (382 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Austin Maestro. 2007 Nissan Frontier has automatic transmission and 1990 Austin Maestro has manual transmission. 1990 Austin Maestro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Nissan Frontier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Austin Maestro | 2007 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | Maestro | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1273 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 80 L |
