1988 Honda Shuttle vs. 2012 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2012 Nissan Cube is newer by 24 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Cube is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Cube (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1988 Honda Shuttle. (114 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Cube should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Cube weights approximately 221 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 2012 Nissan Cube. 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, 2012 Nissan Cube (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Shuttle. (148 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Cube will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Honda Shuttle | 2012 Nissan Cube | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Shuttle | Cube |
Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1301 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4001 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1651 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2530 mm |