2007 Acura RDX vs. 1990 Maserati 420
To start off, 2007 Acura RDX is newer by 17 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 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Acura RDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1990 Maserati 420. (217 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 1990 Maserati 420.
Because 2007 Acura RDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Maserati 420. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Acura RDX 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, 2007 Acura RDX (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Maserati 420. (258 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Maserati 420. 2007 Acura RDX has automatic transmission and 1990 Maserati 420 has manual transmission. 1990 Maserati 420 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Acura RDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura RDX | 1990 Maserati 420 | |
| Make | Acura | Maserati |
| Model | RDX | 420 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2300 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
