1990 Maserati Shamal vs. 2005 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2005 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 15 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 208 more horse power than 2005 Toyota RAV4. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1990 Maserati Shamal.
Because 2005 Toyota RAV4 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, 2005 Toyota RAV4 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 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota RAV4. (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1990 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Maserati Shamal | 2005 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Maserati | Toyota |
Model | Shamal | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3217 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 445 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |