2005 Ford Ranger vs. 1988 Honda Shuttle
To start off, 2005 Ford Ranger is newer by 17 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Shuttle (114 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Ranger weights approximately 128 kg more than 1988 Honda Shuttle.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2005 Ford Ranger (262 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Shuttle. (148 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Ranger | 1988 Honda Shuttle | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Ranger | Shuttle |
Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2510 mm |