1996 Maserati Shamal vs. 1992 Volvo 245
To start off, 1996 Maserati Shamal is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Volvo 245. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Volvo 245 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 205 more horse power than 1992 Volvo 245. (116 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1992 Volvo 245.
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 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Volvo 245. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Volvo 245.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Maserati Shamal | 1992 Volvo 245 | |
| Make | Maserati | Volvo |
| Model | Shamal | 245 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3217 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 444 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2660 mm |
