1988 Honda Shuttle vs. 2005 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2005 Smart ForTwo is newer by 17 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Honda Shuttle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Shuttle (114 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2005 Smart ForTwo. (74 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart ForTwo.
Because 1988 Honda Shuttle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Smart ForTwo. 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 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart ForTwo. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Shuttle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda Shuttle | 2005 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Honda | Smart |
| Model | Shuttle | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 1820 mm |
