1988 Honda Shuttle vs. 1999 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 1999 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 11 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercedes-Benz E (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1988 Honda Shuttle. (90 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 595 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 1999 Mercedes-Benz E 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 1999 Mercedes-Benz E. 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, 1999 Mercedes-Benz E (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Shuttle. (112 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda Shuttle | 1999 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Shuttle | E |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2840 mm |
