1992 Daihatsu Opti vs. 1988 Honda Shuttle
To start off, 1992 Daihatsu Opti is newer by 4 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Honda Shuttle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Shuttle (114 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. (54 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 420 kg more than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. 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 1992 Daihatsu Opti. 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, 1988 Honda Shuttle (148 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Daihatsu Opti. (107 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Shuttle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Daihatsu Opti.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Daihatsu Opti | 1988 Honda Shuttle | |
Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
Model | Opti | Shuttle |
Year Released | 1992 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 659 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 54 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 107 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2510 mm |