1988 Honda Shuttle vs. 2010 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2010 Nissan Versa 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Versa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Versa (107 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1988 Honda Shuttle. (90 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Versa should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Versa weights approximately 201 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, 2010 Nissan Versa (150 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Shuttle. (112 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Versa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Honda Shuttle | 2010 Nissan Versa | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Shuttle | Versa |
Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1141 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1534 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2601 mm |