1988 Honda Shuttle vs. 2002 Hyundai Tiburon
To start off, 2002 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 14 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 2,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Hyundai Tiburon (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1988 Honda Shuttle. (114 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 910 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 2002 Hyundai Tiburon. 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, 2002 Hyundai Tiburon (255 Nm) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Shuttle. (148 Nm). This means 2002 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda Shuttle | 2002 Hyundai Tiburon | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Shuttle | Tiburon |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2640 mm |
