1994 Maserati Shamal vs. 1985 Renault Super 5
To start off, 1994 Maserati Shamal is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault Super 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault Super 5 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 281 more horse power than 1985 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Maserati Shamal weights approximately 625 kg more than 1985 Renault Super 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Maserati Shamal | 1985 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | Maserati | Renault |
| Model | Shamal | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3217 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 444 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
