1989 Ford Taurus vs. 1988 Honda Shuttle
To start off, 1989 Ford Taurus is newer by 1 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 2,513 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Shuttle (114 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1989 Ford Taurus. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Taurus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Taurus weights approximately 320 kg more than 1988 Honda Shuttle.
Because 1988 Honda Shuttle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ford Taurus. 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, 1989 Ford Taurus (176 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Shuttle. (148 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Taurus | 1988 Honda Shuttle | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Taurus | Shuttle |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2513 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2510 mm |
