1988 Honda Shuttle vs. 2007 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2007 Opel Zafira is newer by 19 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Zafira (197 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1988 Honda Shuttle. (114 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Zafira weights approximately 460 kg more than 1988 Honda Shuttle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Honda Shuttle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Opel Zafira. 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, 2007 Opel Zafira (262 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Shuttle. (148 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Honda Shuttle | 2007 Opel Zafira | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Shuttle | Zafira |
Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 262 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2700 mm |