2008 Ford Mondeo vs. 1990 Maserati 420
To start off, 2008 Ford Mondeo is newer by 18 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Maserati 420 (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2008 Ford Mondeo. (153 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 307 kg more than 1990 Maserati 420.
Because 1990 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 1990 Maserati 420. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Ford Mondeo (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Maserati 420. (258 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Maserati 420.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Mondeo | 1990 Maserati 420 | |
Make | Ford | Maserati |
Model | Mondeo | 420 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1482 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |