2001 Chevrolet Tracker vs. 1988 Honda Shuttle
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Tracker 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Tracker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Tracker (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1988 Honda Shuttle. (90 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Tracker should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Shuttle.
Because 2001 Chevrolet Tracker 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 2001 Chevrolet Tracker. 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, 2001 Chevrolet Tracker (139 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Shuttle. (112 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Tracker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Tracker | 1988 Honda Shuttle | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Tracker | Shuttle |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1988 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2510 mm |
