2009 Dodge Nitro vs. 1985 Maserati 228
To start off, 2009 Dodge Nitro is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Maserati 228. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Maserati 228 would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Maserati 228 (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Nitro. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Maserati 228 should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Nitro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 695 kg more than 1985 Maserati 228.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 228 (365 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Nitro. (314 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Maserati 228 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Nitro. 2009 Dodge Nitro has automatic transmission and 1985 Maserati 228 has manual transmission. 1985 Maserati 228 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Nitro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Nitro | 1985 Maserati 228 | |
Make | Dodge | Maserati |
Model | Nitro | 228 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 2790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 365 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2610 mm |