1988 Honda Shuttle vs. 2011 Tata Indica
To start off, 2011 Tata Indica is newer by 23 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 1,401 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Shuttle (90 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2011 Tata Indica. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 2011 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Indica weights approximately 105 kg more than 1988 Honda Shuttle.
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, 2011 Tata Indica (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Shuttle. (112 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Honda Shuttle | 2011 Tata Indica | |
Make | Honda | Tata |
Model | Shuttle | Indica |
Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
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 | 1045 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |