1989 Maserati 430 vs. 1981 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 1989 Maserati 430 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Cressida. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Cressida would be higher. At 2,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Maserati 430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Maserati 430 (247 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Cressida. (106 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Maserati 430 should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Cressida. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Maserati 430 weights approximately 14 kg more than 1981 Toyota Cressida. 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, 1989 Maserati 430 (375 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Cressida. (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Maserati 430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Cressida.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Maserati 430 | 1981 Toyota Cressida | |
Make | Maserati | Toyota |
Model | 430 | Cressida |
Year Released | 1989 | 1981 |
Engine Size | 2789 cc | 1972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 375 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1176 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2650 mm |