1988 Audi 80 vs. 1992 Honda Shuttle
To start off, 1992 Honda Shuttle is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Audi 80 would be higher. At 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Shuttle (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1988 Audi 80. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 1988 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Audi 80 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1992 Honda Shuttle.
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, 1988 Audi 80 (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Shuttle. (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Audi 80 | 1992 Honda Shuttle | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | 80 | Shuttle |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
