1996 Maserati Shamal vs. 1985 Renault Espace
To start off, 1996 Maserati Shamal is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Renault Espace 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 219 more horse power than 1985 Renault Espace. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Maserati Shamal weights approximately 150 kg more than 1985 Renault Espace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 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 1996 Maserati Shamal. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Renault Espace, 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, 1996 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault Espace. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault Espace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Maserati Shamal | 1985 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Maserati | Renault |
| Model | Shamal | Espace |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3217 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 444 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2670 mm |
