1988 Honda Shuttle vs. 2002 Saturn SC
To start off, 2002 Saturn SC 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 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Saturn SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Shuttle (114 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2002 Saturn SC. (101 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 2002 Saturn SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 6 kg more than 2002 Saturn SC. 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 Saturn SC. 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 Saturn SC (155 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Shuttle. (148 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2002 Saturn SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda Shuttle | 2002 Saturn SC | |
| Make | Honda | Saturn |
| Model | Shuttle | SC |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2610 mm |
