1990 Audi 80 vs. 1990 Maserati 420
To start off, both 1990 Audi 80 and 1990 Maserati 420 were released in the same year (1990). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Maserati 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Maserati 420 (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1990 Audi 80. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 1990 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Maserati 420 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1990 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 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 1990 Maserati 420. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Audi 80, 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, 1990 Maserati 420 (258 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Audi 80. (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Maserati 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Audi 80 | 1990 Maserati 420 | |
Make | Audi | Maserati |
Model | 80 | 420 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2610 mm |