1992 Honda Shuttle vs. 2006 Volvo S80
To start off, 2006 Volvo S80 is newer by 14 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 2,520 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S80 (207 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1992 Honda Shuttle. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S80 weights approximately 636 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.
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, 2006 Volvo S80 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Shuttle. (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Shuttle. 2006 Volvo S80 has automatic transmission and 1992 Honda Shuttle has manual transmission. 1992 Honda Shuttle will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Volvo S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda Shuttle | 2006 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Shuttle | S80 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 2520 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1576 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2800 mm |
