1997 Honda Shuttle vs. 1979 Renault Siete
To start off, 1997 Honda Shuttle is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Renault Siete. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Renault Siete would be higher. At 2,157 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Honda Shuttle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Shuttle (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1979 Renault Siete. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 1979 Renault Siete. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 717 kg more than 1979 Renault Siete. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1997 Honda Shuttle (198 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Renault Siete. (72 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Honda Shuttle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Renault Siete. 1997 Honda Shuttle has automatic transmission and 1979 Renault Siete has manual transmission. 1979 Renault Siete will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Honda Shuttle will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Shuttle | 1979 Renault Siete | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Shuttle | Siete |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2157 cc | 1036 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1532 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2540 mm |
