1999 Honda Shuttle vs. 1980 Renault 18
To start off, 1999 Honda Shuttle is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Renault 18. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Renault 18 would be higher. At 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda Shuttle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Shuttle (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1980 Renault 18. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 542 kg more than 1980 Renault 18. 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, 1999 Honda Shuttle (199 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 18. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Shuttle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 18. 1999 Honda Shuttle has automatic transmission and 1980 Renault 18 has manual transmission. 1980 Renault 18 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Honda Shuttle will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Shuttle | 1980 Renault 18 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Shuttle | 18 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2156 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 199 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1532 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |
