1989 Honda Shuttle vs. 1998 Renault Clio
To start off, 1998 Renault Clio is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Shuttle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Shuttle would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Shuttle (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1998 Renault Clio. (88 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 1998 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Renault Clio weights approximately 25 kg more than 1989 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, 1998 Renault Clio (131 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Shuttle. (112 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Shuttle | 1998 Renault Clio | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Shuttle | Clio |
Year Released | 1989 | 1998 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2590 mm |