1998 Honda Shuttle vs. 1990 Nissan Vanette
To start off, 1998 Honda Shuttle is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Nissan Vanette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Nissan Vanette would be higher. At 2,155 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda Shuttle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Shuttle (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1990 Nissan Vanette. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 1990 Nissan Vanette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 102 kg more than 1990 Nissan Vanette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Nissan Vanette 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 1990 Nissan Vanette. 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, 1998 Honda Shuttle (196 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Nissan Vanette. (148 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Shuttle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Nissan Vanette. 1998 Honda Shuttle has automatic transmission and 1990 Nissan Vanette has manual transmission. 1990 Nissan Vanette 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 | 1990 Nissan Vanette | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Shuttle | Vanette |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2155 cc | 1950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1532 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2080 mm |
