1988 Honda Shuttle vs. 2010 Kia Borrego
To start off, 2010 Kia Borrego is newer by 22 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 4,627 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Borrego (337 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1988 Honda Shuttle. (90 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Borrego weights approximately 691 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 2010 Kia Borrego is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Kia Borrego. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Honda Shuttle, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Kia Borrego (438 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Shuttle. (112 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Shuttle. 2010 Kia Borrego 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. 2010 Kia Borrego will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Honda Shuttle | 2010 Kia Borrego | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Shuttle | Borrego |
Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 4627 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 337 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 438 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1631 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2900 mm |