1989 Honda Shuttle vs. 2000 MCC ForTwo
To start off, 2000 MCC ForTwo is newer by 11 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Shuttle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Shuttle (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2000 MCC ForTwo. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 2000 MCC ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 260 kg more than 2000 MCC ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 MCC ForTwo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 MCC ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Honda Shuttle, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 MCC ForTwo. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Shuttle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 MCC ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Honda Shuttle | 2000 MCC ForTwo | |
| Make | Honda | MCC |
| Model | Shuttle | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 1810 mm |
