1984 Maserati 228 vs. 2012 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2012 Nissan Frontier 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 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1984 Maserati 228. (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1984 Maserati 228. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 686 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.
Because 2012 Nissan Frontier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Maserati 228. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Frontier 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, 2012 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Maserati 228. (366 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Maserati 228.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Maserati 228 | 2012 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Maserati | Nissan |
| Model | 228 | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 3952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1951 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3200 mm |
