1996 Honda Shuttle vs. 2007 Opel Astra
To start off, 2007 Opel Astra is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Shuttle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Shuttle would be higher. At 2,157 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Shuttle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Astra (197 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1996 Honda Shuttle. (146 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 147 kg more than 2007 Opel Astra.
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, 2007 Opel Astra (262 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Shuttle. (198 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Shuttle. 1996 Honda Shuttle has automatic transmission and 2007 Opel Astra has manual transmission. 2007 Opel Astra 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 | 2007 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Shuttle | Astra |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2157 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1532 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 52 L |
