1990 Maserati Shamal vs. 1992 Renault 19
To start off, 1992 Renault 19 is newer by 2 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 3,217 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Maserati Shamal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Maserati Shamal (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1992 Renault 19. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1992 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Maserati Shamal weights approximately 315 kg more than 1992 Renault 19. 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, 1992 Renault 19, 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 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Renault 19. (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Maserati Shamal | 1992 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Maserati | Renault |
| Model | Shamal | 19 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3217 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 445 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2630 mm |
