1967 De Tomaso Mangusta vs. 1988 Honda Shuttle
To start off, 1988 Honda Shuttle is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta would be higher. At 4,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1988 Honda Shuttle. (114 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta weights approximately 470 kg more than 1988 Honda Shuttle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Honda Shuttle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Honda Shuttle 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, 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta (531 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Shuttle. (148 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta | 1988 Honda Shuttle | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Honda |
| Model | Mangusta | Shuttle |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4727 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 531 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |
