1986 Buick LeSabre vs. 1996 Honda Shuttle
To start off, 1996 Honda Shuttle is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Buick LeSabre (148 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1996 Honda Shuttle. (146 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 32 kg more than 1986 Buick LeSabre.
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, 1986 Buick LeSabre (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Shuttle. (198 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1986 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Buick LeSabre | 1996 Honda Shuttle | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | LeSabre | Shuttle |
Year Released | 1986 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2157 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1532 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |