2000 Ford Mustang vs. 1988 Honda Shuttle
To start off, 2000 Ford Mustang 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Mustang (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1988 Honda Shuttle. (90 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Mustang weights approximately 268 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 2000 Ford Mustang 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 2000 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 2000 Ford Mustang (414 Nm) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Shuttle. (112 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Mustang | 1988 Honda Shuttle | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Mustang | Shuttle |
Year Released | 2000 | 1988 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 112 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |