1996 Maserati Shamal vs. 1990 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 1996 Maserati Shamal is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Toyota 4Runner 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 209 more horse power than 1990 Toyota 4Runner. (112 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1990 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 280 kg more than 1996 Maserati Shamal.
Because 1990 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Maserati Shamal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Toyota 4Runner 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, 1996 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Toyota 4Runner. (193 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Maserati Shamal | 1990 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Maserati | Toyota |
Model | Shamal | 4Runner |
Year Released | 1996 | 1990 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3217 cc | 2366 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 444 Nm | 193 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2630 mm |