1990 Maserati 420 vs. 2004 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2004 Subaru Baja 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Subaru Baja is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Maserati 420 (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Baja. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Baja. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Baja weights approximately 405 kg more than 1990 Maserati 420.
Because 2004 Subaru Baja is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Maserati 420. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Baja 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, 1990 Maserati 420 (258 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Baja. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Maserati 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Baja.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Maserati 420 | 2004 Subaru Baja | |
| Make | Maserati | Subaru |
| Model | 420 | Baja |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2660 mm |
