1988 Honda Shuttle vs. 1991 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1991 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 3 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 3,128 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Pontiac Firebird (140 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1988 Honda Shuttle. (90 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 470 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 1991 Pontiac Firebird 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 1991 Pontiac Firebird. 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, 1991 Pontiac Firebird (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Shuttle. (112 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1991 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Honda Shuttle | 1991 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Honda | Pontiac |
Model | Shuttle | Firebird |
Year Released | 1988 | 1991 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 3128 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2570 mm |