2000 Ford Ka vs. 1988 Honda Shuttle
To start off, 2000 Ford Ka is newer by 12 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Honda Shuttle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Shuttle (90 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2000 Ford Ka. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 60 kg more than 2000 Ford Ka. 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, 1988 Honda Shuttle (112 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Ka. (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Shuttle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Ka | 1988 Honda Shuttle | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Ka | Shuttle |
Year Released | 2000 | 1988 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2510 mm |