1986 Maserati 420 vs. 1992 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1992 Toyota MR2 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Maserati 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Maserati 420 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Maserati 420 (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1992 Toyota MR2. (154 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1986 Maserati 420.
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, 1986 Maserati 420 (258 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota MR2. (191 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1986 Maserati 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Maserati 420 | 1992 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Maserati | Toyota |
Model | 420 | MR2 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1992 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |