1998 Honda Shuttle vs. 1989 Maserati 430
To start off, 1998 Honda Shuttle is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Maserati 430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Maserati 430 would be higher. At 2,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Maserati 430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Maserati 430 (247 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1998 Honda Shuttle. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Maserati 430 should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 342 kg more than 1989 Maserati 430.
Because 1989 Maserati 430 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 1989 Maserati 430. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1989 Maserati 430 (375 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Shuttle. (196 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Maserati 430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Shuttle. 1998 Honda Shuttle has automatic transmission and 1989 Maserati 430 has manual transmission. 1989 Maserati 430 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Honda Shuttle will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Shuttle | 1989 Maserati 430 | |
| Make | Honda | Maserati |
| Model | Shuttle | 430 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 2155 cc | 2789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 375 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1532 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |
