1989 Maserati 420 vs. 1978 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1989 Maserati 420 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1978 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Maserati 420 (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Celica weights approximately 5 kg more than 1989 Maserati 420.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Maserati 420 (258 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Maserati 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Maserati 420 | 1978 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Maserati | Toyota |
| Model | 420 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2640 mm |
