1997 Honda Shuttle vs. 1980 Porsche 911
To start off, 1997 Honda Shuttle is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Porsche 911 (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1997 Honda Shuttle. (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 410 kg more than 1980 Porsche 911.
Because 1980 Porsche 911 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 1980 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1980 Porsche 911 (256 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Shuttle. (198 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1980 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Shuttle. 1997 Honda Shuttle has automatic transmission and 1980 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1980 Porsche 911 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 | 1980 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | Shuttle | 911 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2157 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 70.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1532 kg | 1122 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |
