1989 Maserati Shamal vs. 1984 Triumph Acclaim
To start off, 1989 Maserati Shamal is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Triumph Acclaim. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Triumph Acclaim 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 171 more horse power than 1984 Triumph Acclaim. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1984 Triumph Acclaim. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Maserati Shamal weights approximately 510 kg more than 1984 Triumph Acclaim. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1984 Triumph Acclaim, 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 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Triumph Acclaim. (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Triumph Acclaim.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Maserati Shamal | 1984 Triumph Acclaim | |
| Make | Maserati | Triumph |
| Model | Shamal | Acclaim |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3215 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 444 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2330 mm |
