2002 Dodge Durango vs. 1983 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2002 Dodge Durango is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Maserati Quattroporte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Maserati Quattroporte would be higher. At 4,930 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Maserati Quattroporte (276 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2002 Dodge Durango. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2002 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge Durango weights approximately 30 kg more than 1983 Maserati Quattroporte.
Because 2002 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Maserati Quattroporte. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Durango 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, 1983 Maserati Quattroporte (401 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Dodge Durango. (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1983 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Dodge Durango | 1983 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Dodge | Maserati |
| Model | Durango | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1983 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4702 cc | 4930 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2810 mm |
