1989 Honda Shuttle vs. 1987 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1989 Honda Shuttle is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Shuttle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Shuttle (89 HP) has 30 more horse power than 1987 Volkswagen Passat. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 1987 Volkswagen Passat.
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, 1989 Honda Shuttle (112 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Volkswagen Passat. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Shuttle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Honda Shuttle | 1987 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Shuttle | Passat |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2560 mm |
