2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 1989 Maserati 420
To start off, 2005 Ford Mondeo is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Maserati 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Maserati 420 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Maserati 420 (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 194 kg more than 1989 Maserati 420.
Because 1989 Maserati 420 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1989 Maserati 420. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1989 Maserati 420 (258 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Mondeo. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Maserati 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mondeo | 1989 Maserati 420 | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | Mondeo | 420 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1369 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |
