1989 Maserati Shamal vs. 1992 Renault Espace
To start off, 1992 Renault Espace is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Maserati Shamal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Maserati Shamal 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 217 more horse power than 1992 Renault Espace. (104 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1992 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Renault Espace weights approximately 130 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, 1992 Renault Espace, 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 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Renault Espace. (159 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Maserati Shamal | 1992 Renault Espace | |
Make | Maserati | Renault |
Model | Shamal | Espace |
Year Released | 1989 | 1992 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3215 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 444 Nm | 159 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2680 mm |