1979 Honda Accord vs. 1999 Honda Shuttle

To start off, 1999 Honda Shuttle is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,253 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda Shuttle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Shuttle (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1979 Honda Accord. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 1979 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 560 kg more than 1979 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 1999 Honda Shuttle (206 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Honda Accord. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Shuttle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Honda Accord. 1999 Honda Shuttle has automatic transmission and 1979 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1979 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Honda Shuttle will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1979 Honda Accord 1999 Honda Shuttle
Make Honda Honda
Model Accord Shuttle
Year Released 1979 1999
Body Type Sedan Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1750 cc 2253 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 90 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 134 Nm 206 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4700 RPM
Engine Bore Size 77 mm 86.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 94 mm 97 mm
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 6 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 965 kg 1525 kg
Vehicle Length 4240 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 1630 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1650 mm
Wheelbase Size 2390 mm 2840 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 65 L


 

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