1988 Honda Shuttle vs. 1984 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 1988 Honda Shuttle is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Suzuki Alto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Suzuki Alto 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 76 more horse power than 1984 Suzuki Alto. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 1984 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 470 kg more than 1984 Suzuki Alto. 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 1984 Suzuki Alto. 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 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Suzuki Alto. (59 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Shuttle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda Shuttle | 1984 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | Shuttle | Alto |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 68.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2160 mm |
