1982 Maserati 420 vs. 2001 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2001 Renault Laguna is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Maserati 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Maserati 420 would be higher. At 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Maserati 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Maserati 420 (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2001 Renault Laguna. (148 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Laguna weights approximately 236 kg more than 1982 Maserati 420.
Because 1982 Maserati 420 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1982 Maserati 420. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Renault Laguna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1982 Maserati 420 (308 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Laguna. (191 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1982 Maserati 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Maserati 420 | 2001 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Maserati | Renault |
| Model | 420 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1416 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2690 mm |
