1989 Honda Shuttle vs. 2006 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2006 Tata Sumo is newer by 17 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 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Shuttle (89 HP) has 22 more horse power than 2006 Tata Sumo. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 2006 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Tata Sumo weights approximately 940 kg more than 1989 Honda Shuttle.
Because 2006 Tata Sumo 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, 2006 Tata Sumo 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, 2006 Tata Sumo (119 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Shuttle. (112 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Tata Sumo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Shuttle | 2006 Tata Sumo | |
Make | Honda | Tata |
Model | Shuttle | Sumo |
Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 112 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |