1983 Maserati 420 vs. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 27 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Maserati 420 (198 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2010 Chrysler Town & Country. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 2010 Chrysler Town & Country.
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, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country, 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, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Maserati 420. (308 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Maserati 420.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Maserati 420 | 2010 Chrysler Town & Country | |
Make | Maserati | Chrysler |
Model | 420 | Town & Country |
Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2491 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5144 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1953 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3078 mm |