1984 Maserati 228 vs. 2012 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2012 Dodge Durango is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Maserati 228. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Maserati 228 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Durango (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1984 Maserati 228. (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1984 Maserati 228. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Durango weights approximately 960 kg more than 1984 Maserati 228. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1984 Maserati 228 (366 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dodge Durango. (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1984 Maserati 228 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dodge Durango. 2012 Dodge Durango has automatic transmission and 1984 Maserati 228 has manual transmission. 1984 Maserati 228 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1984 Maserati 228 | 2012 Dodge Durango | |
Make | Maserati | Dodge |
Model | 228 | Durango |
Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2790 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 2225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5075 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1801 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3043 mm |