1988 Maserati 420 vs. 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Maserati 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Maserati 420 would be higher. At 3,431 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Maserati 420 (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser. (97 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Because 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Maserati 420. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1988 Maserati 420 (259 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser. (226 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1988 Maserati 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Maserati 420 | 1990 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Maserati | Toyota |
| Model | 420 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3431 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
