1981 Ford Mustang vs. 1988 Honda Shuttle
To start off, 1988 Honda Shuttle is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Mustang (173 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1988 Honda Shuttle. (114 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Mustang weights approximately 275 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 1981 Ford Mustang. 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, 1981 Ford Mustang (332 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Shuttle. (148 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Mustang | 1988 Honda Shuttle | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Mustang | Shuttle |
Year Released | 1981 | 1988 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2510 mm |