1988 Honda Shuttle vs. 1980 TVR Tasmin
To start off, 1988 Honda Shuttle is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 TVR Tasmin. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 TVR Tasmin would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 TVR Tasmin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 TVR Tasmin (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1988 Honda Shuttle. (114 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 TVR Tasmin should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 45 kg more than 1980 TVR Tasmin.
Because 1988 Honda Shuttle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 TVR Tasmin. 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, 1980 TVR Tasmin (220 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Shuttle. (148 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 1980 TVR Tasmin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda Shuttle | 1980 TVR Tasmin | |
| Make | Honda | TVR |
| Model | Shuttle | Tasmin |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2390 mm |
