1992 Maserati Shamal vs. 1985 Mazda 626
To start off, 1992 Maserati Shamal is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 3,217 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Maserati Shamal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Maserati Shamal (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1985 Mazda 626. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1985 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Maserati Shamal weights approximately 284 kg more than 1985 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 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 1992 Maserati Shamal. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Mazda 626, 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, 1992 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mazda 626. (157 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1992 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Maserati Shamal | 1985 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Maserati | Mazda |
| Model | Shamal | 626 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3217 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 444 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1036 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2520 mm |
