1988 Honda Shuttle vs. 1981 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1988 Honda Shuttle is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. Both 1988 Honda Shuttle and 1981 Nissan Bluebird are equipped with a 1,595 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Shuttle (114 HP) has 33 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Bluebird. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 80 kg more than 1981 Nissan Bluebird. 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 Nissan Bluebird. 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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Bluebird. (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Shuttle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda Shuttle | 1981 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Shuttle | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1981 |
| 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 | 81 HP |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2530 mm |
