1990 Maserati Shamal vs. 1989 Volvo 440
To start off, 1990 Maserati Shamal is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Volvo 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Volvo 440 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 201 more horse power than 1989 Volvo 440. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1989 Volvo 440. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Maserati Shamal weights approximately 260 kg more than 1989 Volvo 440. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 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 1990 Maserati Shamal. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Volvo 440, 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, 1990 Maserati Shamal (445 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Volvo 440. (175 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1990 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Volvo 440.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Maserati Shamal | 1989 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | Maserati | Volvo |
| Model | Shamal | 440 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3217 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 445 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |
