1984 Maserati 420 vs. 2010 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2010 GMC Envoy is newer by 26 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 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Envoy (300 HP) has 103 more horse power than 1984 Maserati 420. (197 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1984 Maserati 420. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1255 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2010 GMC Envoy (435 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Maserati 420. (308 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Maserati 420.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Maserati 420 | 2010 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | Maserati | GMC |
| Model | 420 | Envoy |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 5328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 2435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2880 mm |
