1960 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1988 Honda Shuttle
To start off, 1988 Honda Shuttle is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 6,389 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Cadillac Eldorado (210 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1988 Honda Shuttle. (114 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1110 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 1960 Cadillac Eldorado. 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, 1960 Cadillac Eldorado (590 Nm) has 442 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Shuttle. (148 Nm). This means 1960 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Cadillac Eldorado | 1988 Honda Shuttle | |
| Make | Cadillac | Honda |
| Model | Eldorado | Shuttle |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6389 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2190 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2510 mm |
