1990 Honda Shuttle vs. 2012 Infiniti G37
To start off, 2012 Infiniti G37 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Shuttle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Shuttle would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti G37 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti G37 (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1990 Honda Shuttle. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti G37 weights approximately 708 kg more than 1990 Honda Shuttle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Infiniti G37 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Infiniti G37. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Honda Shuttle, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Infiniti G37 (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Shuttle. (112 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti G37 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Shuttle. 2012 Infiniti G37 has automatic transmission and 1990 Honda Shuttle has manual transmission. 1990 Honda Shuttle will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Infiniti G37 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1990 Honda Shuttle | 2012 Infiniti G37 | |
Make | Honda | Infiniti |
Model | Shuttle | G37 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1648 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4651 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1824 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1392 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2850 mm |