1978 Honda Civic vs. 1998 Honda Shuttle
To start off, 1998 Honda Shuttle is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,155 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda Shuttle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Shuttle (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1978 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 854 kg more than 1978 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1998 Honda Shuttle (196 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Shuttle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Honda Civic | 1998 Honda Shuttle | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Civic | Shuttle |
Year Released | 1978 | 1998 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1169 cc | 2155 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 678 kg | 1532 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2630 mm |