2008 Acura RDX vs. 1984 Maserati 420
To start off, 2008 Acura RDX is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Maserati 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Maserati 420 would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Maserati 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1984 Maserati 420. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 1984 Maserati 420. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Acura RDX weights approximately 270 kg more than 1984 Maserati 420. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Acura RDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Maserati 420. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Acura RDX (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Maserati 420. (308 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Maserati 420.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura RDX | 1984 Maserati 420 | |
| Make | Acura | Maserati |
| Model | RDX | 420 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1984 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 308 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
