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The way I look at the difference stat wise between using Shoukaku or Zuikaku over Akagi or Kaga is that Shoukaku and Zuikake have a more balanced plane count per slot where as Akagi and Kaga have one slot that has 40-50% of their total capacity. So If you prefer a more balanced set of planes instead of one slot that is really strong go with Shoukaku or Zuikaku. Hiryuu and Souryuu are arranged similarly to Akagi and Kaga but with a lower plane capacity and lower fuel/ammo consumption.

As for Kaga and Akagi's 3rd slot I prefer equiping dive bombers most of the time. Their damage in the bombing phase is slightly lower and less accurate but their shelling phase damage is worth it if you are against a lot of high hp targets.

Note that this is only meant to be a stat comparasion. It is still your choice to choose stats or character personality and appearance. There is no wrong answer when it comes to chosing your general fleet composition.