1988 Honda Shuttle vs. 2008 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1988 Honda Shuttle. (114 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 456 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 Nissan Pathfinder (391 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Shuttle. (148 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Shuttle. 2008 Nissan Pathfinder has automatic transmission and 1988 Honda Shuttle has manual transmission. 1988 Honda Shuttle will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Nissan Pathfinder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda Shuttle | 2008 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Shuttle | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2860 mm |
