2007 Ford Fiesta vs. 1988 Honda Shuttle
To start off, 2007 Ford Fiesta 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 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Shuttle (90 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2007 Ford Fiesta. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 205 kg more than 1988 Honda Shuttle.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 Ford Fiesta (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Shuttle. (112 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford Fiesta | 1988 Honda Shuttle | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Fiesta | Shuttle |
Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2510 mm |