1992 Maserati Shamal vs. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Maserati Shamal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Maserati Shamal would be higher. At 3,948 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Maserati Shamal (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. (270 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 713 kg more than 1992 Maserati Shamal.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. (395 Nm). This means 1992 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Maserati Shamal | 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Maserati | Nissan |
| Model | Shamal | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3217 cc | 3948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 444 Nm | 395 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2033 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2960 mm |
