1989 Honda Shuttle vs. 1966 Saab 96
To start off, 1989 Honda Shuttle is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Saab 96. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Saab 96 would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Saab 96 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Shuttle (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1966 Saab 96. (63 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 1966 Saab 96. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 10 kg more than 1966 Saab 96. 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, 1966 Saab 96 (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Shuttle. (112 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1966 Saab 96 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Honda Shuttle | 1966 Saab 96 | |
| Make | Honda | Saab |
| Model | Shuttle | 96 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |
