1989 Maserati 420 vs. 1999 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 1999 Toyota Sienna is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Maserati 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Maserati 420 would be higher. At 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Maserati 420 (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Sienna. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Sienna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 530 kg more than 1989 Maserati 420.
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, 1999 Toyota Sienna, 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, 1999 Toyota Sienna (285 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Maserati 420. (258 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Maserati 420. 1999 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 1989 Maserati 420 has manual transmission. 1989 Maserati 420 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Maserati 420 | 1999 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Maserati | Toyota |
| Model | 420 | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3001 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2910 mm |
