2000 Dodge Avenger vs. 1988 Honda Shuttle
To start off, 2000 Dodge Avenger is newer by 12 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Avenger is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Avenger weights approximately 430 kg more than 1988 Honda Shuttle.
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, 2000 Dodge Avenger (232 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Shuttle. (112 Nm). This means 2000 Dodge Avenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Shuttle. 2000 Dodge Avenger has automatic transmission and 1988 Honda Shuttle has manual transmission. 1988 Honda Shuttle will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Dodge Avenger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Avenger | 1988 Honda Shuttle | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Avenger | Shuttle |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 90 HP |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2510 mm |
