1995 Maserati Shamal vs. 1986 Chevrolet Astro
To start off, 1995 Maserati Shamal is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Maserati Shamal (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1986 Chevrolet Astro. (183 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1986 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 575 kg more than 1995 Maserati Shamal.
Because 1986 Chevrolet Astro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Maserati Shamal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Chevrolet Astro 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, 1995 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Chevrolet Astro. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Chevrolet Astro.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Maserati Shamal | 1986 Chevrolet Astro | |
Make | Maserati | Chevrolet |
Model | Shamal | Astro |
Year Released | 1995 | 1986 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3217 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 183 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 444 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2830 mm |