1990 Maserati 420 vs. 2004 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2004 Nissan Xterra is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Maserati 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Maserati 420 would be higher. At 3,278 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Maserati 420 (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Xterra. (181 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 575 kg more than 1990 Maserati 420.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Xterra (270 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Maserati 420. (258 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Maserati 420.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Maserati 420 | 2004 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Maserati | Nissan |
| Model | 420 | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2630 mm |
