1987 Maserati 228 vs. 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser

To start off, both 1987 Maserati 228 and 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser were released in the same year (1987). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,431 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Maserati 228 (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser. (97 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Maserati 228 should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser.

Because 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Maserati 228. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1987 Maserati 228 (365 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser. (226 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1987 Maserati 228 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser.

Compare all specifications:

1987 Maserati 228 1987 Toyota Land Cruiser
Make Maserati Toyota
Model 228 Land Cruiser
Year Released 1987 1987
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2790 cc 3431 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 252 HP 97 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 3500 RPM
Torque 365 Nm 226 Nm
Torque RPM 2900 RPM 2200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1700 mm


 

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