1988 Honda Shuttle vs. 1971 Renault 17
To start off, 1988 Honda Shuttle is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Renault 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Renault 17 would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Honda Shuttle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Shuttle (114 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1971 Renault 17. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 25 kg more than 1971 Renault 17. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Honda Shuttle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Renault 17. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Honda Shuttle will offer significantly more control. 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 (148 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 17. (133 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Shuttle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 17.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda Shuttle | 1971 Renault 17 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Shuttle | 17 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2440 mm |
