1993 Buick LeSabre vs. 1998 Honda Shuttle
To start off, 1998 Honda Shuttle is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Buick LeSabre (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1998 Honda Shuttle. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 18 kg more than 1998 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, 1993 Buick LeSabre (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Shuttle. (196 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Buick LeSabre | 1998 Honda Shuttle | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | LeSabre | Shuttle |
Year Released | 1993 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2155 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 95 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1532 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 65 L |