1988 Honda Shuttle vs. 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 20 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 4,959 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo (523 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 433 more horse power than 1988 Honda Shuttle. (90 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo weights approximately 390 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 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Honda Shuttle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo 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, 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo (510 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 398 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Shuttle. (112 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda Shuttle | 2008 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | Honda | Lamborghini |
| Model | Shuttle | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 4959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 523 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2570 mm |
