1988 Honda Shuttle vs. 2004 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2004 Porsche Boxster is newer by 16 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 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Boxster (225 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1988 Honda Shuttle. (114 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 270 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 2004 Porsche Boxster. 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, 2004 Porsche Boxster (260 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Shuttle. (148 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda Shuttle | 2004 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | Shuttle | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2360 mm |
