1989 Maserati Shamal vs. 2010 Opel Vivaro
To start off, 2010 Opel Vivaro is newer by 21 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 220 more horse power than 2010 Opel Vivaro. (101 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 2010 Opel Vivaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Opel Vivaro weights approximately 293 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, 2010 Opel Vivaro, 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 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Opel Vivaro. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Opel Vivaro.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Maserati Shamal | 2010 Opel Vivaro | |
Make | Maserati | Opel |
Model | Shamal | Vivaro |
Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3215 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 444 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1613 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3100 mm |