1997 Chrysler Grand Voyager vs. 1988 Honda Shuttle
To start off, 1997 Chrysler Grand Voyager is newer by 9 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 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Chrysler Grand Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chrysler Grand Voyager (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1988 Honda Shuttle. (90 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chrysler Grand Voyager should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chrysler Grand Voyager weights approximately 770 kg more than 1988 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, 1997 Chrysler Grand Voyager (229 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Shuttle. (112 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Chrysler Grand Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chrysler Grand Voyager | 1988 Honda Shuttle | |
| Make | Chrysler | Honda |
| Model | Grand Voyager | Shuttle |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 229 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2510 mm |
