1996 Maserati Shamal vs. 1981 Volvo 240
To start off, 1996 Maserati Shamal is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Volvo 240 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 210 more horse power than 1981 Volvo 240. (111 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1981 Volvo 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Maserati Shamal weights approximately 20 kg more than 1981 Volvo 240. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Volvo 240. (185 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1996 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Volvo 240.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Maserati Shamal | 1981 Volvo 240 | |
Make | Maserati | Volvo |
Model | Shamal | 240 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3217 cc | 2314 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 444 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2660 mm |