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 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda Shuttle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Shuttle (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 60 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 567 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 (199 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 65 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 | 2156 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 199 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 95 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 | 1532 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 65 L |