1994 Maserati Shamal vs. 1989 Skoda Rapid R
To start off, 1994 Maserati Shamal is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Skoda Rapid R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Skoda Rapid R 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 260 more horse power than 1989 Skoda Rapid R. (62 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1989 Skoda Rapid R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Maserati Shamal weights approximately 470 kg more than 1989 Skoda Rapid R. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Skoda Rapid R. (99 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1994 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Skoda Rapid R.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Maserati Shamal | 1989 Skoda Rapid R | |
Make | Maserati | Skoda |
Model | Shamal | Rapid R |
Year Released | 1994 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3217 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 322 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 444 Nm | 99 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |