1991 Honda Shuttle vs. 1998 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Honda Shuttle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Honda Shuttle would be higher. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 396 more horse power than 1991 Honda Shuttle. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1991 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 590 kg more than 1991 Honda Shuttle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Lamborghini Diablo 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 1998 Lamborghini Diablo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1998 Lamborghini Diablo (581 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 469 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda Shuttle. (112 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Honda Shuttle | 1998 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | Honda | Lamborghini |
| Model | Shuttle | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 581 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2650 mm |
