1990 Maserati 420 vs. 2013 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2013 Ford Fusion is newer by 23 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Fusion (234 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1990 Maserati 420. (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1990 Maserati 420. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Fusion weights approximately 385 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 2013 Ford Fusion 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, 2013 Ford Fusion 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, 2013 Ford Fusion (339 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Maserati 420. (258 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Maserati 420. 2013 Ford Fusion 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. 2013 Ford Fusion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1990 Maserati 420 | 2013 Ford Fusion | |
Make | Maserati | Ford |
Model | 420 | Fusion |
Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 234 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4869 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2121 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2850 mm |