1983 Maserati 420 vs. 2010 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2010 Kia Sorento 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 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Maserati 420 (198 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2010 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 2010 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Sorento weights approximately 335 kg more than 1983 Maserati 420.
Because 2010 Kia Sorento 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, 2010 Kia Sorento 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, 2010 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Maserati 420. (308 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Maserati 420.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Maserati 420 | 2010 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Maserati | Kia |
Model | 420 | Sorento |
Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2491 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2720 mm |