1990 Maserati Shamal vs. 1980 Volvo 245
To start off, 1990 Maserati Shamal is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volvo 245. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volvo 245 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 240 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 245. (81 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 245. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Volvo 245 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1990 Maserati Shamal.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1990 Maserati Shamal (445 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Volvo 245. (157 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1990 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Volvo 245.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Maserati Shamal | 1980 Volvo 245 | |
Make | Maserati | Volvo |
Model | Shamal | 245 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3217 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 445 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2660 mm |