1980 Audi Sport vs. 1996 Honda Shuttle
To start off, 1996 Honda Shuttle is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi Sport would be higher. At 2,157 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Shuttle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Sport (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1996 Honda Shuttle. (146 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 532 kg more than 1980 Audi Sport.
Because 1980 Audi Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Honda Shuttle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport 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, 1980 Audi Sport (330 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Shuttle. (198 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Shuttle. 1996 Honda Shuttle has automatic transmission and 1980 Audi Sport has manual transmission. 1980 Audi Sport will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Honda Shuttle will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Audi Sport | 1996 Honda Shuttle | |
Make | Audi | Honda |
Model | Sport | Shuttle |
Year Released | 1980 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2133 cc | 2157 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.3 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1532 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 65 L |