2001 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1988 Maserati 420
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Maserati 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Maserati 420 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Maserati 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Maserati 420 (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu Terios. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Maserati 420 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2001 Daihatsu Terios. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Maserati 420. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu Terios 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, 1988 Maserati 420 (259 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu Terios. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 Maserati 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu Terios | 1988 Maserati 420 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Maserati |
| Model | Terios | 420 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1988 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2610 mm |
