1989 Honda Shuttle vs. 1996 Infiniti J30
To start off, 1996 Infiniti J30 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Shuttle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Shuttle would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Infiniti J30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Infiniti J30 (211 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1989 Honda Shuttle. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Infiniti J30 should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Infiniti J30 weights approximately 660 kg more than 1989 Honda Shuttle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Infiniti J30 (262 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Shuttle. (112 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Infiniti J30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Shuttle. 1996 Infiniti J30 has automatic transmission and 1989 Honda Shuttle has manual transmission. 1989 Honda Shuttle will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Infiniti J30 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Shuttle | 1996 Infiniti J30 | |
Make | Honda | Infiniti |
Model | Shuttle | J30 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1996 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 2960 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 262 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2770 mm |