1988 Honda Shuttle vs. 1993 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 1993 Jaguar XJ is newer by 5 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 5,993 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Jaguar XJ (318 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1988 Honda Shuttle. (114 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Shuttle.
Because 1988 Honda Shuttle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Jaguar XJ. 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, 1993 Jaguar XJ (464 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Shuttle. (148 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 1993 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda Shuttle | 1993 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Honda | Jaguar |
| Model | Shuttle | XJ |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 5993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 318 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 464 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2880 mm |
