2000 Honda Shuttle vs. 1980 Renault 12
To start off, 2000 Honda Shuttle is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Renault 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Renault 12 would be higher. At 2,254 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda Shuttle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Shuttle (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1980 Renault 12. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 1980 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 571 kg more than 1980 Renault 12. 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, 2000 Honda Shuttle (206 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Renault 12. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Honda Shuttle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Renault 12. 2000 Honda Shuttle has automatic transmission and 1980 Renault 12 has manual transmission. 1980 Renault 12 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 | 1980 Renault 12 | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Shuttle | 12 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2254 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 954 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2450 mm |