2009 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 1985 Maserati 420
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Maserati 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Maserati 420 would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Maserati 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Maserati 420 (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 663 kg more than 1985 Maserati 420.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Captiva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Maserati 420. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Captiva 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, 1985 Maserati 420 (308 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva. (220 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1985 Maserati 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Captiva | 1985 Maserati 420 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Maserati |
| Model | Captiva | 420 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2405 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 308 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
