1989 Honda Shuttle vs. 2004 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2004 Jeep Liberty is newer by 15 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 3,686 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1989 Honda Shuttle. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 894 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 2004 Jeep Liberty 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, 2004 Jeep Liberty 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, 2004 Jeep Liberty (319 Nm) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Shuttle. (112 Nm). This means 2004 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Shuttle | 2004 Jeep Liberty | |
Make | Honda | Jeep |
Model | Shuttle | Liberty |
Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 3686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 319 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1834 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2660 mm |