1989 Maserati 420 vs. 1989 Plymouth Laser
To start off, both 1989 Maserati 420 and 1989 Plymouth Laser were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Maserati 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Maserati 420 (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1989 Plymouth Laser. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 1989 Plymouth Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Maserati 420 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1989 Plymouth Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Maserati 420 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1989 Maserati 420. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Plymouth Laser, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1989 Maserati 420 (258 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Plymouth Laser. (142 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Maserati 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Plymouth Laser.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Maserati 420 | 1989 Plymouth Laser | |
Make | Maserati | Plymouth |
Model | 420 | Laser |
Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1755 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2480 mm |