1997 Ford Ranger vs. 1988 Honda Shuttle
To start off, 1997 Ford Ranger 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 2,507 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Ranger (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1988 Honda Shuttle. (114 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Ranger weights approximately 315 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.
Because 1988 Honda Shuttle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Ford Ranger. 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, 1997 Ford Ranger (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Shuttle. (148 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Ranger | 1988 Honda Shuttle | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Ranger | Shuttle |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2507 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2510 mm |
