1983 Maserati 420 vs. 1999 Opel Frontera
To start off, 1999 Opel Frontera is newer by 16 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 84 more horse power than 1999 Opel Frontera. (114 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 1999 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Frontera weights approximately 640 kg more than 1983 Maserati 420.
Because 1999 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Maserati 420. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Opel Frontera 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, 1983 Maserati 420 (308 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Opel Frontera. (260 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1983 Maserati 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Maserati 420 | 1999 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Maserati | Opel |
| Model | 420 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2470 mm |
