1995 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1996 Maserati Shamal
To start off, 1996 Maserati Shamal is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Maserati Shamal (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1995 Chevrolet Blazer. (196 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1995 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 525 kg more than 1996 Maserati Shamal.
Because 1995 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Maserati Shamal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Blazer will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Chevrolet Blazer. (349 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chevrolet Blazer | 1996 Maserati Shamal | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Maserati |
| Model | Blazer | Shamal |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4299 cc | 3217 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 444 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1310 mm |
