1988 Honda Shuttle vs. 2007 Hyundai Atos
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Atos is newer by 19 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 30 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Atos. (60 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 143 kg more than 2007 Hyundai Atos. 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, 1988 Honda Shuttle (112 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Atos. (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Shuttle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda Shuttle | 2007 Hyundai Atos | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Shuttle | Atos |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 797 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2390 mm |
