1988 Honda Shuttle vs. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is newer by 25 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (397 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1988 Honda Shuttle. (114 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE weights approximately 1427 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 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE. 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, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 417 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Shuttle. (148 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Shuttle. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE 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. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda Shuttle | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
| Make | Honda | Cadillac |
| Model | Shuttle | ESCALADE |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 397 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.4 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 2507 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1928 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2947 mm |
