2006 Honda CR-V vs. 1988 Maserati 420
To start off, 2006 Honda CR-V is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Maserati 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Maserati 420 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Maserati 420 (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2006 Honda CR-V. (149 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda CR-V weights approximately 815 kg more than 1988 Maserati 420.
Because 1988 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 1988 Maserati 420. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda CR-V, 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, 1988 Maserati 420 (259 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda CR-V. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Maserati 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda CR-V | 1988 Maserati 420 | |
| Make | Honda | Maserati |
| Model | CR-V | 420 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |
