1989 Honda Shuttle vs. 2002 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2002 Kia Sportage is newer by 13 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Kia Sportage (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1989 Honda Shuttle. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Sportage weights approximately 518 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.
Because 2002 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Honda Shuttle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Kia Sportage (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Shuttle. (112 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Shuttle | 2002 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Shuttle | Sportage |
Year Released | 1989 | 2002 |
Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1458 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2660 mm |