1984 Maserati 420 vs. 2013 Ford Escape
To start off, 2013 Ford Escape is newer by 29 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, 2013 Ford Escape (237 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1984 Maserati 420. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1984 Maserati 420. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Escape weights approximately 516 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 2013 Ford Escape 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, 2013 Ford Escape 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, 2013 Ford Escape (366 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Maserati 420. (308 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Maserati 420.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Maserati 420 | 2013 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Maserati | Ford |
| Model | 420 | Escape |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 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 | 1696 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4524 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2078 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2690 mm |
