2009 Honda Pilot vs. 1984 Maserati 420
To start off, 2009 Honda Pilot is newer by 25 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1984 Maserati 420. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1984 Maserati 420. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Pilot weights approximately 775 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 2009 Honda Pilot 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, 2009 Honda Pilot 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, 2009 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Maserati 420. (308 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Maserati 420.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Pilot | 1984 Maserati 420 | |
Make | Honda | Maserati |
Model | Pilot | 420 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 308 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2610 mm |