1990 Maserati Shamal vs. 1978 Mazda 929
To start off, 1990 Maserati Shamal is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 3,217 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Maserati Shamal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Maserati Shamal (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Maserati Shamal weights approximately 250 kg more than 1978 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Maserati Shamal (445 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Maserati Shamal | 1978 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Maserati | Mazda |
| Model | Shamal | 929 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3217 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 445 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2520 mm |
