1988 Honda Shuttle vs. 2000 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2000 Skoda Octavia is newer by 12 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Shuttle (114 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2000 Skoda Octavia. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 2000 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 135 kg more than 1988 Honda Shuttle.
Because 1988 Honda Shuttle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Skoda Octavia. 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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Skoda Octavia. (134 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Shuttle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda Shuttle | 2000 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Honda | Skoda |
| Model | Shuttle | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2520 mm |
