1997 Honda Shuttle vs. 1980 Volvo 260
To start off, 1997 Honda Shuttle is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Volvo 260. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Volvo 260 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Volvo 260 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Shuttle (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1980 Volvo 260. (146 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 1980 Volvo 260. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 182 kg more than 1980 Volvo 260. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Volvo 260 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 Volvo 260. 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 Volvo 260 (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Shuttle. (198 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1980 Volvo 260 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Shuttle | 1980 Volvo 260 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Shuttle | 260 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2157 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1532 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2660 mm |
