1988 Honda Shuttle vs. 1990 Porsche 928
To start off, 1990 Porsche 928 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Shuttle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Shuttle would be higher. At 4,957 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche 928 (330 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1988 Honda Shuttle. (114 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Porsche 928 weights approximately 500 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 1990 Porsche 928. 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, 1990 Porsche 928 (430 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Shuttle. (148 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 1990 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda Shuttle | 1990 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | Shuttle | 928 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 4957 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |
