1985 Alpine V6 vs. 1992 Honda Shuttle
To start off, 1992 Honda Shuttle is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Alpine V6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Alpine V6 would be higher. At 2,848 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Alpine V6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Alpine V6 (158 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1992 Honda Shuttle. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Alpine V6 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1992 Honda Shuttle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Alpine V6 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 1985 Alpine V6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1985 Alpine V6 (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Shuttle. (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alpine V6 | 1992 Honda Shuttle | |
| Make | Alpine | Honda |
| Model | V6 | Shuttle |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2848 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2510 mm |
