1989 Maserati 420 vs. 2011 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2011 Dacia Duster is newer by 22 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 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 109 more horse power than 2011 Dacia Duster. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 2011 Dacia Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dacia Duster weights approximately 25 kg more than 1989 Maserati 420.
Because 2011 Dacia Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Maserati 420. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Dacia Duster 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, 1989 Maserati 420 (258 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dacia Duster. (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1989 Maserati 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dacia Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Maserati 420 | 2011 Dacia Duster | |
| Make | Maserati | Dacia |
| Model | 420 | Duster |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| 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 | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2673 mm |
