1978 Monteverdi Hai 450 vs. 1984 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 1984 Toyota Cressida is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Monteverdi Hai 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Monteverdi Hai 450 would be higher. At 6,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Monteverdi Hai 450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Monteverdi Hai 450 (444 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 340 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Cressida. (104 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Monteverdi Hai 450 should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Cressida. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Monteverdi Hai 450 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1984 Toyota Cressida. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Monteverdi Hai 450 | 1984 Toyota Cressida | |
| Make | Monteverdi | Toyota |
| Model | Hai 450 | Cressida |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6973 cc | 1972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2650 mm |
