1983 Maserati 420 vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla is newer by 22 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 83 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (115 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 180 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, 2005 Toyota Corolla, 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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1983 Maserati 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Maserati 420 | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Maserati | Toyota |
| Model | 420 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2720 mm |
