2004 Bentley Arnage vs. 1988 Honda Shuttle
To start off, 2004 Bentley Arnage is newer by 16 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 6,752 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Bentley Arnage (401 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1988 Honda Shuttle. (114 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 1575 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 1988 Honda Shuttle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Bentley Arnage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Honda Shuttle will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Bentley Arnage (835 Nm) has 687 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Shuttle. (148 Nm). This means 2004 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Bentley Arnage | 1988 Honda Shuttle | |
| Make | Bentley | Honda |
| Model | Arnage | Shuttle |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6752 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2655 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2510 mm |
