1991 Maserati Shamal vs. 1994 Toyota Venture
To start off, 1994 Toyota Venture is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Maserati Shamal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Maserati Shamal would be higher. At 3,217 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Maserati Shamal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Maserati Shamal (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Venture. (101 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Venture weights approximately 20 kg more than 1991 Maserati Shamal.
Because 1991 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 1991 Maserati Shamal. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Venture, 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, 1991 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Venture. (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1991 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Venture.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Maserati Shamal | 1994 Toyota Venture | |
Make | Maserati | Toyota |
Model | Shamal | Venture |
Year Released | 1991 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3217 cc | 2237 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 444 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |