1988 Honda Shuttle vs. 2001 Honda Z
To start off, 2001 Honda Z is newer by 13 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Honda Shuttle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Shuttle (114 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2001 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 120 kg more than 2001 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Shuttle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda Shuttle | 2001 Honda Z | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Shuttle | Z |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 64 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2370 mm |
