1988 Honda Shuttle vs. 1971 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1988 Honda Shuttle is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Shuttle (114 HP) has 33 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 50 kg more than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Honda Shuttle (148 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Bluebird. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Shuttle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda Shuttle | 1971 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Shuttle | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |
