1988 Daihatsu Rocky 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 Daihatsu Rocky. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Daihatsu Rocky 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 249 more horse power than 1988 Daihatsu Rocky. (72 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1988 Daihatsu Rocky. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 240 kg more than 1989 Maserati Shamal.
Because 1988 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Maserati Shamal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Daihatsu Rocky 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, 1989 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Daihatsu Rocky. (170 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1989 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Daihatsu Rocky.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Daihatsu Rocky | 1989 Maserati Shamal | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Maserati |
| Model | Rocky | Shamal |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2765 cc | 3215 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 444 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2520 mm |
