1988 Honda Shuttle vs. 1970 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1988 Honda Shuttle is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 1,483 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Shuttle (90 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1970 Nissan Skyline. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 1970 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Nissan Skyline weights approximately 40 kg more than 1988 Honda Shuttle.
Because 1970 Nissan Skyline is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Nissan Skyline. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Honda Shuttle, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1970 Nissan Skyline (122 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Shuttle. (112 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1970 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Honda Shuttle | 1970 Nissan Skyline | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Shuttle | Skyline |
Year Released | 1988 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1483 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2500 mm |