1994 Maserati Shamal vs. 1984 Renault 25
To start off, 1994 Maserati Shamal is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 25 would be higher. At 3,217 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Maserati Shamal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Maserati Shamal (322 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1984 Renault 25. (144 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Maserati Shamal weights approximately 30 kg more than 1984 Renault 25. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 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 1994 Maserati Shamal. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Renault 25, 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, 1994 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 25. (215 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 25.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Maserati Shamal | 1984 Renault 25 | |
Make | Maserati | Renault |
Model | Shamal | 25 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3217 cc | 2664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 322 HP | 144 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 444 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 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 | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2730 mm |