1987 Maserati 228 vs. 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Maserati 228. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Maserati 228 would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Maserati 228 (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser. (168 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Maserati 228 should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 885 kg more than 1987 Maserati 228.
Because 1993 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, 1993 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, 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser (380 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Maserati 228. (365 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Maserati 228.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Maserati 228 | 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Maserati | Toyota |
| Model | 228 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 2150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2860 mm |
