1984 Maserati 420 vs. 2010 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi 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 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 17 more horse power than 2010 Suzuki Kizashi. (180 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 2010 Suzuki Kizashi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Suzuki Kizashi weights approximately 330 kg more than 1984 Maserati 420.
Because 2010 Suzuki Kizashi is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Maserati 420. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi 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 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Suzuki Kizashi. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Maserati 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Suzuki Kizashi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Maserati 420 | 2010 Suzuki Kizashi | |
| Make | Maserati | Suzuki |
| Model | 420 | Kizashi |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2700 mm |
