1989 Honda Shuttle vs. 1983 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1989 Honda Shuttle is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Shuttle (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corolla. (64 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 20 kg more than 1983 Toyota Corolla. 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, 1983 Toyota Corolla (113 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Shuttle. (112 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Honda Shuttle | 1983 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Shuttle | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2440 mm |
