1995 Lada Niva 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 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Lada Niva would be higher. At 3,217 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Maserati Shamal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Maserati Shamal (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva.
Because 1995 Lada Niva 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 Lada Niva 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 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (130 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Lada Niva | 1996 Maserati Shamal | |
Make | Lada | Maserati |
Model | Niva | Shamal |
Year Released | 1995 | 1996 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1690 cc | 3217 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 444 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2520 mm |