1984 Maserati 420 vs. 2009 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Subaru Forester is newer by 25 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 26 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Forester. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Forester weights approximately 290 kg more than 1984 Maserati 420.
Because 2009 Subaru Forester 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, 2009 Subaru Forester 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, 1984 Maserati 420 (308 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Forester. (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1984 Maserati 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Maserati 420 | 2009 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Maserati | Subaru |
| Model | 420 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2620 mm |
