1977 Ford Fiesta vs. 1988 Honda Shuttle
To start off, 1988 Honda Shuttle is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Honda Shuttle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Shuttle (90 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1977 Ford Fiesta. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 225 kg more than 1977 Ford Fiesta. 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, 1988 Honda Shuttle (112 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Fiesta. (64 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Shuttle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Fiesta | 1988 Honda Shuttle | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Fiesta | Shuttle |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 957 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | 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 | 715 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2510 mm |
