1988 Honda Shuttle vs. 2006 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2006 Skoda Fabia is newer by 18 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 15 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Fabia. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 90 kg more than 1988 Honda Shuttle.
Because 1988 Honda Shuttle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Skoda Fabia. 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 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Shuttle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Honda Shuttle | 2006 Skoda Fabia | |
Make | Honda | Skoda |
Model | Shuttle | Fabia |
Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 75.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 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 |