1982 Maserati 420 vs. 2005 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2005 Volvo XC70 is newer by 23 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 2,519 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Maserati 420 (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2005 Volvo XC70. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo XC70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 505 kg more than 1982 Maserati 420.
Because 2005 Volvo XC70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Maserati 420. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volvo XC70 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, 2005 Volvo XC70 (330 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Maserati 420. (308 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Maserati 420.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Maserati 420 | 2005 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Maserati | Volvo |
| Model | 420 | XC70 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 2519 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2660 mm |
