2007 Dodge Ram vs. 1988 Honda Shuttle
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 19 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (330 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1988 Honda Shuttle. (114 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 775 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.
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, 2007 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Shuttle. (148 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Ram | 1988 Honda Shuttle | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Ram | Shuttle |
Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 509 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 77.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2510 mm |