1988 Maserati 420 vs. 1984 Volvo 360
To start off, 1988 Maserati 420 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Volvo 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Volvo 360 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Maserati 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Maserati 420 (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1984 Volvo 360. (101 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 1984 Volvo 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Maserati 420 weights approximately 136 kg more than 1984 Volvo 360. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1988 Maserati 420 (259 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Volvo 360. (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Maserati 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Volvo 360.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Maserati 420 | 1984 Volvo 360 | |
Make | Maserati | Volvo |
Model | 420 | 360 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1984 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 259 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1039 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |