1992 Dodge Monaco vs. 1988 Honda Shuttle
To start off, 1992 Dodge Monaco 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 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Dodge Monaco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Dodge Monaco (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1988 Honda Shuttle. (90 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Dodge Monaco should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Dodge Monaco weights approximately 415 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.
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, 1992 Dodge Monaco (232 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Shuttle. (112 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Dodge Monaco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Dodge Monaco | 1988 Honda Shuttle | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Monaco | Shuttle |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2510 mm |
