1989 Maserati Shamal vs. 1983 Opel Monza
To start off, 1989 Maserati Shamal is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Opel Monza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Opel Monza 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 207 more horse power than 1983 Opel Monza. (114 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Monza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Opel Monza weights approximately 6 kg more than 1989 Maserati Shamal.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Monza. (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Maserati Shamal | 1983 Opel Monza | |
Make | Maserati | Opel |
Model | Shamal | Monza |
Year Released | 1989 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3215 cc | 2197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 444 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1326 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2670 mm |