1988 Honda Shuttle vs. 2013 Infiniti M
To start off, 2013 Infiniti M 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 3,696 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti M (325 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1988 Honda Shuttle. (114 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti M weights approximately 670 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.
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 Infiniti M (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Shuttle. (148 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda Shuttle | 2013 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Honda | Infiniti |
| Model | Shuttle | M |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1845 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2900 mm |
