1988 Chrysler Voyager vs. 1989 Maserati Shamal
To start off, 1989 Maserati Shamal is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chrysler Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chrysler Voyager would be higher. At 3,215 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Maserati Shamal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Maserati Shamal (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1988 Chrysler Voyager. (96 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1988 Chrysler Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 100 kg more than 1989 Maserati Shamal.
Because 1989 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 1989 Maserati Shamal. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Chrysler Voyager, 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, 1989 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Chrysler Voyager. (183 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Chrysler Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chrysler Voyager | 1989 Maserati Shamal | |
| Make | Chrysler | Maserati |
| Model | Voyager | Shamal |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3215 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 444 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2520 mm |
