2001 Acura TL vs. 1988 Honda Shuttle
To start off, 2001 Acura TL is newer by 13 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 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura TL (226 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1988 Honda Shuttle. (114 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura TL weights approximately 495 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 2001 Acura TL. 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, 2001 Acura TL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Shuttle. (148 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2001 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Shuttle. 2001 Acura TL has automatic transmission and 1988 Honda Shuttle has manual transmission. 1988 Honda Shuttle will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Acura TL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura TL | 1988 Honda Shuttle | |
| Make | Acura | Honda |
| Model | TL | Shuttle |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2510 mm |
