1990 Austin Maestro vs. 2009 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2009 Honda CR-V is newer by 19 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 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda CR-V (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1990 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1990 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda CR-V weights approximately 546 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 2009 Honda CR-V 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, 2009 Honda CR-V 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, 2009 Honda CR-V (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Austin Maestro. 2009 Honda CR-V 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. 2009 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Austin Maestro | 2009 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | Maestro | CR-V |
Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1273 cc | 2352 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1461 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 58 L |