1998 Honda Shuttle vs. 1984 Lancia Thema
To start off, 1998 Honda Shuttle is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Lancia Thema. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Lancia Thema would be higher. At 2,155 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda Shuttle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lancia Thema (163 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1998 Honda Shuttle. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 382 kg more than 1984 Lancia Thema.
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, 1984 Lancia Thema (290 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Shuttle. (196 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1984 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Shuttle. 1998 Honda Shuttle has automatic transmission and 1984 Lancia Thema has manual transmission. 1984 Lancia Thema will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Honda Shuttle will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Shuttle | 1984 Lancia Thema | |
Make | Honda | Lancia |
Model | Shuttle | Thema |
Year Released | 1998 | 1984 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2155 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1532 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 65 L |