2000 Honda Shuttle vs. 1955 Oldsmobile 98
To start off, 2000 Honda Shuttle is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Oldsmobile 98. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Oldsmobile 98 would be higher. At 5,320 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Oldsmobile 98 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Oldsmobile 98 (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2000 Honda Shuttle. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Oldsmobile 98 should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Oldsmobile 98 weights approximately 203 kg more than 2000 Honda Shuttle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 Oldsmobile 98 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 1955 Oldsmobile 98. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1955 Oldsmobile 98 (450 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Shuttle. (206 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1955 Oldsmobile 98 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Shuttle. 2000 Honda Shuttle has automatic transmission and 1955 Oldsmobile 98 has manual transmission. 1955 Oldsmobile 98 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Honda Shuttle will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda Shuttle | 1955 Oldsmobile 98 | |
| Make | Honda | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Shuttle | 98 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2254 cc | 5320 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1728 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3210 mm |
