1984 Maserati 420 vs. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 19 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 2,495 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Maserati 420 (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. (180 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1124 kg more than 1984 Maserati 420.
Because 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Maserati 420. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (385 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Maserati 420. (308 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Maserati 420.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Maserati 420 | 2003 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Maserati | Volkswagen |
| Model | 420 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 2304 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2860 mm |
