2009 Maserati Quattroporte vs. 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser

To start off, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,691 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte (425 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser. (155 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 20 kg more than 2009 Maserati Quattroporte.

Let's talk about torque, 2009 Maserati Quattroporte (490 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser. (294 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Maserati Quattroporte 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser
Make Maserati Toyota
Model Quattroporte Land Cruiser
Year Released 2009 1981
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4691 cc 3955 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 425 HP 155 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 490 Nm 294 Nm
Torque RPM 4750 RPM 2200 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 8.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1880 kg 1900 kg
Vehicle Length 5100 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1820 mm
Wheelbase Size 3070 mm 2740 mm


 

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