1990 Maserati Shamal vs. 2010 Holden Captiva
To start off, 2010 Holden Captiva is newer by 20 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 173 more horse power than 2010 Holden Captiva. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 2010 Holden Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Holden Captiva weights approximately 535 kg more than 1990 Maserati Shamal.
Because 2010 Holden Captiva 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, 2010 Holden Captiva 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 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Holden Captiva. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Holden Captiva. 2010 Holden Captiva has automatic transmission and 1990 Maserati Shamal has manual transmission. 1990 Maserati Shamal will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Holden Captiva will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Maserati Shamal | 2010 Holden Captiva | |
Make | Maserati | Holden |
Model | Shamal | Captiva |
Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3217 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 445 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |