1983 Maserati 420 vs. 2009 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2009 Toyota Hilux is newer by 26 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 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Maserati 420 (198 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Hilux. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 430 kg more than 1983 Maserati 420.
Because 2009 Toyota Hilux 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, 2009 Toyota Hilux 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 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Hilux. (241 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1983 Maserati 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Maserati 420 | 2009 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Maserati | Toyota |
| Model | 420 | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 2694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3090 mm |
