1984 Maserati 420 vs. 1989 Volvo 740
To start off, 1989 Volvo 740 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Maserati 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Maserati 420 would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Maserati 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Maserati 420 (197 HP) has 42 more horse power than 1989 Volvo 740. (155 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 1989 Volvo 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Volvo 740 weights approximately 192 kg more than 1984 Maserati 420.
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 420 (308 Nm) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volvo 740. (203 Nm). This means 1984 Maserati 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volvo 740.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Maserati 420 | 1989 Volvo 740 | |
| Make | Maserati | Volvo |
| Model | 420 | 740 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 2315 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 155 HP |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1372 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2780 mm |
