1996 Lada 110 vs. 1990 Maserati Shamal
To start off, 1996 Lada 110 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 232 more horse power than 1996 Lada 110. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1996 Lada 110.
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 Lada 110, 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 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lada 110. (128 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1990 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lada 110.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lada 110 | 1990 Maserati Shamal | |
| Make | Lada | Maserati |
| Model | 110 | Shamal |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 3217 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 445 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2520 mm |
