1990 Maserati 420 vs. 2010 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2010 Toyota Venza is newer by 20 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Maserati 420 (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Venza. (182 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Venza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Venza weights approximately 531 kg more than 1990 Maserati 420.
Because 2010 Toyota Venza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Maserati 420. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Venza 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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Venza. (246 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1990 Maserati 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Venza. 2010 Toyota Venza 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. 2010 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Maserati 420 | 2010 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | Maserati | Toyota |
| Model | 420 | Venza |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1706 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4801 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2776 mm |
