1996 Ford Tracer vs. 1988 Honda Shuttle
To start off, 1996 Ford Tracer is newer by 8 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Honda Shuttle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Shuttle (114 HP) has 47 more horse power than 1996 Ford Tracer. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 114 kg more than 1996 Ford Tracer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Honda Shuttle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Ford Tracer. 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, 1988 Honda Shuttle (148 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Tracer. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Shuttle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Tracer | 1988 Honda Shuttle | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Tracer | Shuttle |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 114 HP |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1520 mm |
