1988 Honda Shuttle vs. 1998 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 1998 Subaru Impreza is newer by 10 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Shuttle (90 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1998 Subaru Impreza. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 1998 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 204 kg more than 1988 Honda Shuttle.
Because 1998 Subaru Impreza 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, 1998 Subaru Impreza 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, 1998 Subaru Impreza (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Shuttle. (112 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Honda Shuttle | 1998 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | Shuttle | Impreza |
Year Released | 1988 | 1998 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1144 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2530 mm |