1968 Maserati Mistral vs. 2004 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2004 Nissan Frontier is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Maserati Mistral. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Maserati Mistral would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Maserati Mistral is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Maserati Mistral (253 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (153 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Maserati Mistral should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 215 kg more than 1968 Maserati Mistral.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Maserati Mistral (363 Nm) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (209 Nm). This means 1968 Maserati Mistral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Maserati Mistral | 2004 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Maserati | Nissan |
| Model | Mistral | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2830 mm |
