1988 Honda Shuttle vs. 1989 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1989 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 1 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Honda Shuttle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Shuttle (90 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 300 kg more than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Mitsubishi Minica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Honda Shuttle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Mitsubishi Minica 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, 1988 Honda Shuttle (112 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Shuttle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. 1989 Mitsubishi Minica 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. 1989 Mitsubishi Minica will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Honda Shuttle | 1989 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Shuttle | Minica |
Year Released | 1988 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 548 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 42 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2270 mm |