1990 Maserati 420 vs. 1988 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1990 Maserati 420 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Opel Corsa would be higher. 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 144 more horse power than 1988 Opel Corsa. (73 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 1988 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Maserati 420 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1988 Opel Corsa. 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, 1988 Opel Corsa, 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 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Opel Corsa. (111 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Maserati 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Maserati 420 | 1988 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Maserati | Opel |
| Model | 420 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2350 mm |
