1989 Honda Shuttle vs. 1987 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1989 Honda Shuttle is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Shuttle (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1987 Nissan Bluebird. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 1987 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 70 kg more than 1989 Honda Shuttle.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1987 Nissan Bluebird (126 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Shuttle. (112 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Shuttle | 1987 Nissan Bluebird | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Shuttle | Bluebird |
Year Released | 1989 | 1987 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2560 mm |