1988 Maserati 228 vs. 2009 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2009 Nissan Navara is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Maserati 228. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Maserati 228 would be higher. At 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Maserati 228 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Maserati 228 (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Navara. (172 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Maserati 228 should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Navara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Navara weights approximately 767 kg more than 1988 Maserati 228.
Because 2009 Nissan Navara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Maserati 228. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Navara 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, 2009 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Maserati 228. (365 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Maserati 228. 2009 Nissan Navara has automatic transmission and 1988 Maserati 228 has manual transmission. 1988 Maserati 228 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan Navara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Maserati 228 | 2009 Nissan Navara | |
| Make | Maserati | Nissan |
| Model | 228 | Navara |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 2032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3210 mm |
