1996 Ford Escort vs. 1990 Maserati Shamal
To start off, 1996 Ford Escort is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Maserati Shamal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Maserati Shamal would be higher. At 3,217 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Maserati Shamal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Maserati Shamal (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1996 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Maserati Shamal weights approximately 150 kg more than 1996 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Maserati Shamal is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Maserati Shamal. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Ford Escort, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Maserati Shamal (445 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1990 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Escort | 1990 Maserati Shamal | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | Escort | Shamal |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 3217 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 445 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
