1990 Austin Maestro vs. 2011 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 21 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), 2011 SsangYong Actyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 SsangYong Actyon (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1990 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 1990 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 857 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, 2011 SsangYong Actyon (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Austin Maestro.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Austin Maestro | 2011 SsangYong Actyon | |
Make | Austin | SsangYong |
Model | Maestro | Actyon |
Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
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 | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 86.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 85.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1772 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 75 L |