2003 Kia Sorento vs. 1984 Maserati 420
To start off, 2003 Kia Sorento is newer by 19 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 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Maserati 420 (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2003 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 2003 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Kia Sorento weights approximately 810 kg more than 1984 Maserati 420.
Because 2003 Kia Sorento 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, 2003 Kia Sorento 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, 2003 Kia Sorento (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Maserati 420. (308 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Maserati 420.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Kia Sorento | 1984 Maserati 420 | |
| Make | Kia | Maserati |
| Model | Sorento | 420 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1984 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 308 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2610 mm |
