1988 Maserati 420 vs. 2010 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2010 Ford Maverick is newer by 22 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 2,288 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Maserati 420 (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2010 Ford Maverick. (148 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Maverick weights approximately 343 kg more than 1988 Maserati 420.
Because 2010 Ford Maverick 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, 2010 Ford Maverick 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 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Maverick. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Maserati 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Maserati 420 | 2010 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Maserati | Ford |
| Model | 420 | Maverick |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2630 mm |
