1989 Honda Shuttle vs. 2005 Opel Astra
To start off, 2005 Opel Astra is newer by 16 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Astra (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1989 Honda Shuttle. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Astra weights approximately 260 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, 2005 Opel Astra (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Shuttle. (112 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Honda Shuttle | 2005 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Shuttle | Astra |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2400 mm |
