1999 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 1984 Maserati 420
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Maserati 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Maserati 420 would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Maserati 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Maserati 420 (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet S-10. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet S-10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1984 Maserati 420.
Because 1999 Chevrolet S-10 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Maserati 420. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 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, 1984 Maserati 420 (308 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet S-10. (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1984 Maserati 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet S-10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet S-10 | 1984 Maserati 420 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Maserati |
| Model | S-10 | 420 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 308 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2610 mm |
