1988 Honda Shuttle vs. 2008 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2008 Mazda Tribute is newer by 20 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 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda Tribute (153 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1988 Honda Shuttle. (90 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Shuttle.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2008 Mazda Tribute (201 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Shuttle. (112 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda Shuttle | 2008 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Shuttle | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2070 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2630 mm |
