1988 Honda Shuttle vs. 2008 Renault Grand Espace

To start off, 2008 Renault Grand Espace 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Grand Espace (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1988 Honda Shuttle. (114 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 750 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 2008 Renault Grand Espace. 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, 2008 Renault Grand Espace (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Shuttle. (148 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Shuttle.

Compare all specifications:

1988 Honda Shuttle 2008 Renault Grand Espace
Make Honda Renault
Model Shuttle Grand Espace
Year Released 1988 2008
Body Type Minivan Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1595 cc 1870 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 114 HP 118 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 148 Nm 270 Nm
Torque RPM 5300 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 81 mm 80 mm
Engine Stroke Size 77.4 mm 93 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 18.3:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1080 kg 1830 kg
Vehicle Length 4110 mm 4870 mm
Vehicle Width 1660 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1520 mm 1750 mm
Wheelbase Size 2510 mm 2880 mm


 

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