1982 Maserati 420 vs. 2013 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2013 Toyota Highlander is newer by 31 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Highlander (228 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1982 Maserati 420. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1982 Maserati 420. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 985 kg more than 1982 Maserati 420. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Toyota Highlander is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Maserati 420. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Highlander 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, 1982 Maserati 420 (308 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Highlander. (292 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1982 Maserati 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Maserati 420 | 2013 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Maserati | Toyota |
| Model | 420 | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 2165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4795 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2790 mm |
