1992 Honda Shuttle vs. 1998 Renault Spider
To start off, 1998 Renault Spider is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Honda Shuttle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Honda Shuttle would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Renault Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Renault Spider (141 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1992 Honda Shuttle. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Renault Spider should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Spider weights approximately 50 kg more than 1992 Honda Shuttle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Renault Spider 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 Renault Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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 Renault Spider (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Shuttle. (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Renault Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Honda Shuttle | 1998 Renault Spider | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Shuttle | Spider |
Year Released | 1992 | 1998 |
Body Type | Minivan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 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 | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2350 mm |