1994 Maserati Ghibli vs. 1978 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1994 Maserati Ghibli is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Maserati Ghibli is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corona. (68 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Maserati Ghibli weights approximately 315 kg more than 1978 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Maserati Ghibli (334 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corona. (118 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Maserati Ghibli will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Maserati Ghibli | 1978 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Maserati | Toyota |
| Model | Ghibli | Corona |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2530 mm |
