1988 Honda Shuttle vs. 2009 Ford Focus
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 21 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1988 Honda Shuttle. (90 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 235 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 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, 2009 Ford Focus (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Shuttle. (112 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Shuttle. 2009 Ford Focus 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. 2009 Ford Focus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda Shuttle | 2009 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | Shuttle | Focus |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2620 mm |
