1990 Maserati 420 vs. 2009 Toyota Sienna

To start off, 2009 Toyota Sienna is newer by 19 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 3,455 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1990 Maserati 420. (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1990 Maserati 420. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 760 kg more than 1990 Maserati 420. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 Toyota Sienna 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, 2009 Toyota Sienna 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, 2009 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Maserati 420. (258 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Maserati 420. 2009 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 1990 Maserati 420 has manual transmission. 1990 Maserati 420 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Maserati 420 2009 Toyota Sienna
Make Maserati Toyota
Model 420 Sienna
Year Released 1990 2009
Body Type Sedan Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1996 cc 3455 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 3 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 217 HP 266 HP
Engine RPM 6250 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 258 Nm 332 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4700 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1175 kg 1935 kg
Vehicle Length 4410 mm 5110 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1970 mm
Vehicle Height 1320 mm 1760 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 3040 mm


 

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