2004 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1988 Honda Shuttle
To start off, 2004 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 16 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 2,688 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Sprinter (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1988 Honda Shuttle. (90 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 1010 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Sprinter (330 Nm) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Shuttle. (112 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Sprinter | 1988 Honda Shuttle | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Sprinter | Shuttle |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Van | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2688 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6710 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2220 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4020 mm | 2510 mm |
