1977 Buick LeSabre vs. 1988 Honda Shuttle
To start off, 1988 Honda Shuttle is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Shuttle (114 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1977 Buick LeSabre. (105 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 510 kg more than 1988 Honda Shuttle.
Because 1988 Honda Shuttle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Buick LeSabre. 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, 1977 Buick LeSabre (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Shuttle. (148 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 1977 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Shuttle. 1977 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1988 Honda Shuttle has manual transmission. 1988 Honda Shuttle will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1977 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Buick LeSabre | 1988 Honda Shuttle | |
| Make | Buick | Honda |
| Model | LeSabre | Shuttle |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2510 mm |
