1991 Honda Shuttle vs. 1988 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1991 Honda Shuttle is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Honda Shuttle (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1988 Volkswagen Passat. (67 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 1988 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 240 kg more than 1991 Honda Shuttle.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Volkswagen Passat (124 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda Shuttle. (112 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Honda Shuttle | 1988 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Shuttle | Passat |
Year Released | 1991 | 1988 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2630 mm |