1996 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1990 Honda Shuttle

To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Shuttle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Shuttle would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (200 HP) has 111 more horse power than 1990 Honda Shuttle. (89 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 560 kg more than 1990 Honda Shuttle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1996 Chevrolet Camaro 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 1996 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Shuttle. (112 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Shuttle.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Chevrolet Camaro 1990 Honda Shuttle
Make Chevrolet Honda
Model Camaro Shuttle
Year Released 1996 1990
Body Type Coupe Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3791 cc 1396 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 200 HP 89 HP
Torque 305 Nm 112 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4500 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1500 kg 940 kg
Vehicle Length 4910 mm 4110 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1660 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1520 mm
Wheelbase Size 2570 mm 2510 mm