1982 Maserati 420 vs. 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 24 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 2,734 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Maserati 420 (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (171 HP @ 3300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Maserati 420 (308 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (231 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1982 Maserati 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Maserati 420 | 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Maserati | Suzuki |
| Model | 420 | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 2734 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2810 mm |
