1989 Honda Shuttle vs. 1998 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 1998 Suzuki Baleno 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Suzuki Baleno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Suzuki Baleno (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1989 Honda Shuttle. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Suzuki Baleno should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Suzuki Baleno weights approximately 95 kg more than 1989 Honda Shuttle. 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, 1998 Suzuki Baleno (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Shuttle. (112 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Suzuki Baleno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Shuttle | 1998 Suzuki Baleno | |
Make | Honda | Suzuki |
Model | Shuttle | Baleno |
Year Released | 1989 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 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 | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2490 mm |