1994 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1988 Maserati 228
To start off, 1994 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Maserati 228. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Maserati 228 would be higher. At 4,554 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Maserati 228 (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1994 Land Rover Range Rover. (223 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Maserati 228 should accelerate faster than 1994 Land Rover Range Rover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 955 kg more than 1988 Maserati 228.
Because 1994 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Maserati 228. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 1994 Land Rover Range Rover (381 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Maserati 228. (365 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1994 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Maserati 228. 1994 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1988 Maserati 228 has manual transmission. 1988 Maserati 228 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Land Rover Range Rover | 1988 Maserati 228 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Maserati |
| Model | Range Rover | 228 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4554 cc | 2788 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 381 Nm | 365 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2220 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2610 mm |
