1996 Honda Shuttle vs. 1988 Rover Vitesse
To start off, 1996 Honda Shuttle is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Rover Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Rover Vitesse would be higher. At 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Rover Vitesse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Rover Vitesse (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1996 Honda Shuttle. (146 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Rover Vitesse should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 105 kg more than 1988 Rover Vitesse.
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, 1988 Rover Vitesse (229 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Shuttle. (198 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Rover Vitesse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Shuttle. 1996 Honda Shuttle has automatic transmission and 1988 Rover Vitesse has manual transmission. 1988 Rover Vitesse will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Honda Shuttle will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Shuttle | 1988 Rover Vitesse | |
| Make | Honda | Rover |
| Model | Shuttle | Vitesse |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2157 cc | 2675 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1532 kg | 1427 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2760 mm |
