1999 Jeep Wrangler vs. 1990 Maserati 420
To start off, 1999 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 9 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 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Maserati 420 (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1999 Jeep Wrangler. (184 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 1999 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 283 kg more than 1990 Maserati 420.
Because 1999 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Maserati 420. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Jeep Wrangler 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, 1999 Jeep Wrangler (290 Nm @ 2950 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Maserati 420. (258 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Maserati 420.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Jeep Wrangler | 1990 Maserati 420 | |
| Make | Jeep | Maserati |
| Model | Wrangler | 420 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3960 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2950 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1458 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2610 mm |
