1990 Honda Shuttle vs. 1978 Triumph Dolomite
To start off, 1990 Honda Shuttle is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Triumph Dolomite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Triumph Dolomite would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Honda Shuttle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Shuttle (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1978 Triumph Dolomite. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 1978 Triumph Dolomite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Triumph Dolomite weights approximately 2 kg more than 1990 Honda Shuttle.
Because 1978 Triumph Dolomite is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Triumph Dolomite. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Honda Shuttle, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Honda Shuttle (112 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Triumph Dolomite. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Shuttle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Triumph Dolomite.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda Shuttle | 1978 Triumph Dolomite | |
Make | Honda | Triumph |
Model | Shuttle | Dolomite |
Year Released | 1990 | 1978 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 942 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2460 mm |