1988 Honda Shuttle vs. 1980 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1988 Honda Shuttle is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Nissan Skyline would be higher. Both 1988 Honda Shuttle and 1980 Nissan Skyline are equipped with a 1,595 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Shuttle (114 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Skyline. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 35 kg more than 1980 Nissan Skyline. 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 1980 Nissan Skyline. 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, 1988 Honda Shuttle (148 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Skyline. (133 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Shuttle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda Shuttle | 1980 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Shuttle | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2520 mm |
