1990 Maserati Shamal vs. 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Maserati Shamal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Maserati Shamal would be higher. At 3,431 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Maserati Shamal (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser. (97 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Because 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Maserati Shamal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1990 Maserati Shamal (445 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser. (226 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1990 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Maserati Shamal | 1991 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Maserati | Toyota |
| Model | Shamal | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3217 cc | 3431 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 445 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1700 mm |
