1985 Maserati 228 vs. 1984 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1985 Maserati 228 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Maserati 228 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Maserati 228 (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1984 Toyota Corolla. (119 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Maserati 228 should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Maserati 228 weights approximately 275 kg more than 1984 Toyota Corolla. 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, 1985 Maserati 228 (365 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota Corolla. (140 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1985 Maserati 228 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Maserati 228 | 1984 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Maserati | Toyota |
| Model | 228 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2440 mm |
