1997 Bentley Turbo vs. 1989 Honda Shuttle
To start off, 1997 Bentley Turbo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Shuttle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Shuttle would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Bentley Turbo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Bentley Turbo (396 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 307 more horse power than 1989 Honda Shuttle. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Bentley Turbo should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Bentley Turbo weights approximately 1455 kg more than 1989 Honda Shuttle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Bentley Turbo 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 1997 Bentley Turbo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1997 Bentley Turbo (800 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 688 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Shuttle. (112 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Bentley Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Shuttle. 1997 Bentley Turbo has automatic transmission and 1989 Honda Shuttle has manual transmission. 1989 Honda Shuttle will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Bentley Turbo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Bentley Turbo | 1989 Honda Shuttle | |
| Make | Bentley | Honda |
| Model | Turbo | Shuttle |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 396 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 800 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2395 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2510 mm |
