1996 Honda Accord vs. 1987 Maserati 420
To start off, 1996 Honda Accord is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Maserati 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Maserati 420 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Maserati 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Maserati 420 (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1996 Honda Accord. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Accord weights approximately 100 kg more than 1987 Maserati 420.
Because 1987 Maserati 420 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1987 Maserati 420. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1987 Maserati 420 (258 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Accord. (158 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1987 Maserati 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Accord | 1987 Maserati 420 | |
Make | Honda | Maserati |
Model | Accord | 420 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1987 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1850 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 158 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2610 mm |