2004 Maserati Spyder vs. 1978 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2004 Maserati Spyder is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 4,254 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Maserati Spyder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Maserati Spyder (385 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Corona. (84 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Maserati Spyder weights approximately 745 kg more than 1978 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Maserati Spyder (447 Nm) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Corona. (135 Nm). This means 2004 Maserati Spyder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Maserati Spyder | 1978 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Maserati | Toyota |
| Model | Spyder | Corona |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4254 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 75 L |
