1984 Maserati 420 vs. 2005 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2005 Mercury Monterey is newer by 21 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Monterey (198 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1984 Maserati 420. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 1984 Maserati 420. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 869 kg more than 1984 Maserati 420. 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, 2005 Mercury Monterey, 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, 2005 Mercury Monterey (359 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Maserati 420. (308 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Maserati 420.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Maserati 420 | 2005 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | Maserati | Mercury |
| Model | 420 | Monterey |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 2049 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3070 mm |
