1974 Buick GS vs. 1988 Honda Shuttle
To start off, 1988 Honda Shuttle is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Buick GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Buick GS would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Buick GS (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1988 Honda Shuttle. (90 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Buick GS should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Buick GS weights approximately 690 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 1974 Buick GS 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 1974 Buick GS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Honda Shuttle, 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, 1974 Buick GS (394 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Shuttle. (112 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1974 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Buick GS | 1988 Honda Shuttle | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | GS | Shuttle |
Year Released | 1974 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 394 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2510 mm |