1988 Honda Shuttle vs. 1958 Lotus Elite
To start off, 1988 Honda Shuttle is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Lotus Elite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Lotus Elite would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Honda Shuttle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Shuttle (90 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1958 Lotus Elite. (71 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 1958 Lotus Elite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 360 kg more than 1958 Lotus Elite. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Lotus Elite 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 1958 Lotus Elite. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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 Honda Shuttle (112 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Lotus Elite. (105 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Shuttle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Lotus Elite.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Honda Shuttle | 1958 Lotus Elite | |
Make | Honda | Lotus |
Model | Shuttle | Elite |
Year Released | 1988 | 1958 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1216 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2240 mm |