1995 Honda Shuttle vs. 1999 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 1999 TVR Speed 12 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Shuttle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Shuttle would be higher. At 7,728 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 TVR Speed 12 (790 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 642 more horse power than 1995 Honda Shuttle. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 532 kg more than 1999 TVR Speed 12.
Because 1999 TVR Speed 12 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 1999 TVR Speed 12. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1999 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 682 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Shuttle. (199 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1999 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Shuttle. 1995 Honda Shuttle has automatic transmission and 1999 TVR Speed 12 has manual transmission. 1999 TVR Speed 12 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Honda Shuttle will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Honda Shuttle | 1999 TVR Speed 12 | |
| Make | Honda | TVR |
| Model | Shuttle | Speed 12 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2156 cc | 7728 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 790 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 199 Nm | 881 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1532 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 57 L |
