1989 Maserati Shamal vs. 1978 Skoda L
To start off, 1989 Maserati Shamal is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Skoda L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Skoda L 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 277 more horse power than 1978 Skoda L. (44 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1978 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Maserati Shamal weights approximately 495 kg more than 1978 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Skoda L. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Maserati Shamal | 1978 Skoda L | |
| Make | Maserati | Skoda |
| Model | Shamal | L |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3215 cc | 1046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 444 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
