2009 Ford Expedition vs. 1988 Honda Shuttle
To start off, 2009 Ford Expedition is newer by 21 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1988 Honda Shuttle. (114 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 114 kg more than 2009 Ford Expedition.
Because 1988 Honda Shuttle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Expedition. 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, 2009 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Shuttle. (148 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Shuttle. 2009 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1988 Honda Shuttle has manual transmission. 1988 Honda Shuttle will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Expedition | 1988 Honda Shuttle | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Expedition | Shuttle |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2510 mm |
