1985 Maserati 420 vs. 2010 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2010 Ford Maverick is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Maserati 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Maserati 420 would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Maserati 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Maserati 420 (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2010 Ford Maverick. (148 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Maverick weights approximately 336 kg more than 1985 Maserati 420.
Because 2010 Ford Maverick is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Maserati 420. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford Maverick 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, 1985 Maserati 420 (308 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Maverick. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Maserati 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Maserati 420 | 2010 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Maserati | Ford |
| Model | 420 | Maverick |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 2288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2630 mm |
