2008 Ford Mondeo vs. 1988 Honda Shuttle
To start off, 2008 Ford Mondeo is newer by 20 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 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mondeo (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1988 Honda Shuttle. (114 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 551 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.
Because 1988 Honda Shuttle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Mondeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Honda Shuttle will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Ford Mondeo (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Shuttle. (148 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Mondeo | 1988 Honda Shuttle | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Mondeo | Shuttle |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2521 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.2 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1631 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2510 mm |
