1990 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1995 Maserati Shamal
To start off, 1995 Maserati Shamal is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 5,010 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Maserati Shamal (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer. (209 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 560 kg more than 1995 Maserati Shamal.
Because 1990 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Maserati Shamal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Blazer will offer significantly more control. 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, 1995 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer. (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Chevrolet Blazer. 1990 Chevrolet Blazer has automatic transmission and 1995 Maserati Shamal has manual transmission. 1995 Maserati Shamal will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Chevrolet Blazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1990 Chevrolet Blazer | 1995 Maserati Shamal | |
Make | Chevrolet | Maserati |
Model | Blazer | Shamal |
Year Released | 1990 | 1995 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5010 cc | 3217 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 209 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 444 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2520 mm |