1988 Honda Shuttle vs. 2004 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2004 Skoda Fabia is newer by 16 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Honda Shuttle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Shuttle (90 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2004 Skoda Fabia. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 2004 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 230 kg more than 1988 Honda Shuttle.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, both vehicles can yield 112 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda Shuttle | 2004 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Honda | Skoda |
| Model | Shuttle | Fabia |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2470 mm |
