1988 Honda Shuttle vs. 2011 Volvo V50
To start off, 2011 Volvo V50 is newer by 23 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo V50 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1988 Honda Shuttle. (114 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo V50 weights approximately 518 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 2011 Volvo V50. 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, 2011 Volvo V50 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Shuttle. (148 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Shuttle. 2011 Volvo V50 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. 2011 Volvo V50 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda Shuttle | 2011 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Shuttle | V50 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1598 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4521 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1458 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2639 mm |
