1989 Maserati 228 vs. 2010 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2010 Nissan Frontier is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Maserati 228. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Maserati 228 would be higher. At 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1989 Maserati 228. (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1989 Maserati 228. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 64 kg more than 1989 Maserati 228. 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, 2010 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Maserati 228. (366 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Maserati 228. 2010 Nissan Frontier has automatic transmission and 1989 Maserati 228 has manual transmission. 1989 Maserati 228 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Nissan Frontier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Maserati 228 | 2010 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Maserati | Nissan |
| Model | 228 | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2790 cc | 3952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3200 mm |
