2008 Audi A3 vs. 1988 Honda Shuttle
To start off, 2008 Audi A3 is newer by 20 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A3 (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1988 Honda Shuttle. (90 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A3 weights approximately 360 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.
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, 2008 Audi A3 (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Shuttle. (112 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A3 | 1988 Honda Shuttle | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A3 | Shuttle |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |
