1983 Audi 80 vs. 2000 Honda Shuttle
To start off, 2000 Honda Shuttle is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Audi 80 would be higher. At 2,254 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda Shuttle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Shuttle (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1983 Audi 80. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 1983 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 595 kg more than 1983 Audi 80. 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, 2000 Honda Shuttle (206 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Audi 80. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Honda Shuttle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Audi 80. 2000 Honda Shuttle has automatic transmission and 1983 Audi 80 has manual transmission. 1983 Audi 80 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Honda Shuttle will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Audi 80 | 2000 Honda Shuttle | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | 80 | Shuttle |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 2254 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |
