1983 Maserati 420 vs. 1994 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1994 Renault Laguna is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Maserati 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Maserati 420 would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Maserati 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Maserati 420 (198 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1994 Renault Laguna. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 1994 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Renault Laguna weights approximately 155 kg more than 1983 Maserati 420.
Because 1983 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 1983 Maserati 420. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1983 Maserati 420 (308 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Renault Laguna. (142 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1983 Maserati 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Maserati 420 | 1994 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Maserati | Renault |
| Model | 420 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2680 mm |
