1996 Honda Shuttle vs. 1985 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 1996 Honda Shuttle is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Shuttle (146 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1985 Jeep Cherokee. (114 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 1985 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 33 kg more than 1996 Honda Shuttle.
Because 1985 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Honda Shuttle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Jeep Cherokee 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, 1985 Jeep Cherokee (278 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Shuttle. (198 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Shuttle. 1996 Honda Shuttle has automatic transmission and 1985 Jeep Cherokee has manual transmission. 1985 Jeep Cherokee will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Honda Shuttle will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Shuttle | 1985 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Honda | Jeep |
| Model | Shuttle | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2157 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1532 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2580 mm |
