1990 Ford Orion 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 Ford Orion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Orion would be higher. At 3,217 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Maserati Shamal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Maserati Shamal (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1990 Ford Orion. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Maserati Shamal weights approximately 300 kg more than 1990 Ford Orion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 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 1995 Maserati Shamal. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Ford Orion, 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, 1995 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Orion. (130 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Orion.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Orion | 1995 Maserati Shamal | |
Make | Ford | Maserati |
Model | Orion | Shamal |
Year Released | 1990 | 1995 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3217 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 444 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1310 mm |