1986 Maserati 420 vs. 2005 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2005 Nissan Frontier is newer by 19 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 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Maserati 420 (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Frontier. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 211 kg more than 1986 Maserati 420.
Because 2005 Nissan Frontier is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Maserati 420. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Frontier 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, 1986 Maserati 420 (258 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Frontier. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Maserati 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Maserati 420 | 2005 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Maserati | Nissan |
| Model | 420 | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2660 mm |
