2005 Dodge Durango vs. 1990 Maserati 420
To start off, 2005 Dodge Durango is newer by 15 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 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Durango (230 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1990 Maserati 420. (217 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1990 Maserati 420. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Durango weights approximately 1077 kg more than 1990 Maserati 420. 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, 2005 Dodge Durango (393 Nm) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Maserati 420. (258 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Maserati 420.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Durango | 1990 Maserati 420 | |
| Make | Dodge | Maserati |
| Model | Durango | 420 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4703 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2252 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2610 mm |
