1999 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1988 Honda Shuttle
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Shuttle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Shuttle would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro (190 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1988 Honda Shuttle. (90 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 650 kg more than 1988 Honda Shuttle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Chevrolet Camaro 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 1999 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Shuttle. (112 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet Camaro | 1988 Honda Shuttle | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Camaro | Shuttle |
Year Released | 1999 | 1988 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3790 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2510 mm |