1994 Honda Accord vs. 1997 Maserati Shamal
To start off, 1997 Maserati Shamal is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,217 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Maserati Shamal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Maserati Shamal (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1994 Honda Accord. (149 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Honda Accord weights approximately 85 kg more than 1997 Maserati Shamal.
Because 1997 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 1997 Maserati Shamal. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Honda Accord, 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, 1997 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Accord. (198 Nm). This means 1997 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Honda Accord | 1997 Maserati Shamal | |
Make | Honda | Maserati |
Model | Accord | Shamal |
Year Released | 1994 | 1997 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2156 cc | 3217 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 198 Nm | 444 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |