1988 Honda Shuttle vs. 1994 Audi V8
To start off, 1994 Audi V8 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Shuttle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Shuttle would be higher. At 3,561 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Audi V8 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1988 Honda Shuttle. (90 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Audi V8 weights approximately 850 kg more than 1988 Honda Shuttle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Audi V8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Honda Shuttle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Audi V8 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, 1994 Audi V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Shuttle. (112 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Shuttle. 1994 Audi V8 has automatic transmission and 1988 Honda Shuttle has manual transmission. 1988 Honda Shuttle will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Audi V8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Honda Shuttle | 1994 Audi V8 | |
Make | Honda | Audi |
Model | Shuttle | V8 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1994 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 3561 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |