1988 Honda Shuttle vs. 2008 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2008 Subaru Tribeca 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 3,630 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Tribeca (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1988 Honda Shuttle. (114 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Tribeca weights approximately 295 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 Subaru Tribeca (336 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Shuttle. (148 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Shuttle. 2008 Subaru Tribeca 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 Subaru Tribeca will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Honda Shuttle | 2008 Subaru Tribeca | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | Shuttle | Tribeca |
Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 3630 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2750 mm |