1988 Honda Shuttle vs. 2009 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2009 Nissan Frontier 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1988 Honda Shuttle. (114 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 362 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.
Because 1988 Honda Shuttle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Nissan Frontier. 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, 2009 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Shuttle. (148 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Shuttle. 2009 Nissan Frontier 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 Nissan Frontier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda Shuttle | 2009 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Shuttle | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| 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 | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3200 mm |
