1988 Avanti Avanti vs. 1990 Honda Shuttle

To start off, 1990 Honda Shuttle is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Avanti Avanti (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1990 Honda Shuttle. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 680 kg more than 1990 Honda Shuttle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1988 Avanti Avanti 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 1988 Avanti Avanti. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1988 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Shuttle. (112 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Shuttle. 1988 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 1990 Honda Shuttle has manual transmission. 1990 Honda Shuttle will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1988 Avanti Avanti 1990 Honda Shuttle
Make Avanti Honda
Model Avanti Shuttle
Year Released 1988 1990
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5002 cc 1396 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 187 HP 89 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 325 Nm 112 Nm
Torque RPM 1600 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1620 kg 940 kg
Vehicle Length 4910 mm 4110 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1660 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1520 mm
Wheelbase Size 2780 mm 2510 mm


 

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