1988 Maserati 420 vs. 2006 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2006 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 18 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 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Maserati 420 (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2006 Nissan X-Trail. (112 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 427 kg more than 1988 Maserati 420.
Because 2006 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2006 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2006 Nissan X-Trail (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Maserati 420. (259 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Maserati 420.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Maserati 420 | 2006 Nissan X-Trail | |
Make | Maserati | Nissan |
Model | 420 | X-Trail |
Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2184 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 259 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1602 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2630 mm |