1984 Maserati 420 vs. 1997 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 1997 Toyota Sienna is newer by 13 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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Maserati 420 (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Sienna. (194 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Sienna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 544 kg more than 1984 Maserati 420.
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, 1997 Toyota Sienna, 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 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Sienna. (284 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1984 Maserati 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Maserati 420 | 1997 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Maserati | Toyota |
| Model | 420 | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 284 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1724 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2910 mm |
