1988 Honda Shuttle vs. 1990 Saab 900
To start off, 1990 Saab 900 is newer by 2 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 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Shuttle (114 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1990 Saab 900. (100 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 1990 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Saab 900 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1988 Honda Shuttle.
Because 1988 Honda Shuttle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Saab 900. 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, 1990 Saab 900 (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Shuttle. (148 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 1990 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda Shuttle | 1990 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Honda | Saab |
| Model | Shuttle | 900 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2530 mm |
