1990 Austin Maestro vs. 2013 Dodge JOURNEY
To start off, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY is newer by 23 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Dodge JOURNEY is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY (279 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1990 Austin Maestro. (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY should accelerate faster than 1990 Austin Maestro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge JOURNEY weights approximately 928 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 2013 Dodge JOURNEY is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Austin Maestro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY 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, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Austin Maestro. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge JOURNEY will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Austin Maestro. 2013 Dodge JOURNEY 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. 2013 Dodge JOURNEY will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Austin Maestro | 2013 Dodge JOURNEY | |
| Make | Austin | Dodge |
| Model | Maestro | JOURNEY |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1273 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1843 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4888 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2127 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1765 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 78 L |
