1989 Honda Shuttle vs. 2000 Toyota GT1
To start off, 2000 Toyota GT1 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 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota GT1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Shuttle (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2000 Toyota GT1. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota GT1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 40 kg more than 2000 Toyota GT1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Toyota GT1 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 Toyota GT1. 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, 2000 Toyota GT1 (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Shuttle. (112 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Honda Shuttle | 2000 Toyota GT1 | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Shuttle | GT1 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2810 mm |
