1988 Honda Shuttle vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Space Star
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Space Star is newer by 18 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 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Space Star is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Shuttle (114 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Space Star. (110 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Space Star. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Space Star weights approximately 156 kg more than 1988 Honda Shuttle.
Because 1988 Honda Shuttle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mitsubishi Space Star. 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, 2006 Mitsubishi Space Star (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Shuttle. (148 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Space Star will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda Shuttle | 2006 Mitsubishi Space Star | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Shuttle | Space Star |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1236 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |
