1988 Honda Shuttle vs. 1979 Suzuki SC 100 GX
To start off, 1988 Honda Shuttle is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Suzuki SC 100 GX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Suzuki SC 100 GX 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 68 more horse power than 1979 Suzuki SC 100 GX. (46 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 1979 Suzuki SC 100 GX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 425 kg more than 1979 Suzuki SC 100 GX. 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 1979 Suzuki SC 100 GX. 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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Suzuki SC 100 GX. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Shuttle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Suzuki SC 100 GX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda Shuttle | 1979 Suzuki SC 100 GX | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | Shuttle | SC 100 GX |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 46 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 65.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2040 mm |
