1988 Honda Shuttle vs. 2007 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2007 Opel Corsa 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Honda Shuttle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Shuttle (114 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2007 Opel Corsa. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Corsa weights approximately 55 kg more than 1988 Honda Shuttle.
Because 1988 Honda Shuttle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Opel Corsa. 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, 2007 Opel Corsa (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Shuttle. (148 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda Shuttle | 2007 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Shuttle | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2500 mm |
