1981 Ford Escort vs. 1992 Maserati Shamal
To start off, 1992 Maserati Shamal is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,217 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Maserati Shamal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Maserati Shamal (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1981 Ford Escort. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Maserati Shamal weights approximately 366 kg more than 1981 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Maserati Shamal 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 1992 Maserati Shamal. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Ford Escort, 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, 1992 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Escort. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Escort | 1992 Maserati Shamal | |
Make | Ford | Maserati |
Model | Escort | Shamal |
Year Released | 1981 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3217 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 444 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 954 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2520 mm |