1984 Maserati 420 vs. 1994 Mercury Capri
To start off, 1994 Mercury Capri is newer by 10 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 @ 5500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1994 Mercury Capri. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 1994 Mercury Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Maserati 420 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1994 Mercury Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 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 1984 Maserati 420. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Mercury Capri, 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, 1984 Maserati 420 (308 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mercury Capri. (130 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1984 Maserati 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Maserati 420 | 1994 Mercury Capri | |
| Make | Maserati | Mercury |
| Model | 420 | Capri |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |
