1989 Honda Shuttle vs. 2008 Lada 21
To start off, 2008 Lada 21 is newer by 19 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 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Lada 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Shuttle (89 HP) has 9 more horse power than 2008 Lada 21. (80 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 2008 Lada 21. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lada 21 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1989 Honda Shuttle.
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, 2008 Lada 21 (120 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Shuttle. (112 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Lada 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Honda Shuttle | 2008 Lada 21 | |
| Make | Honda | Lada |
| Model | Shuttle | 21 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2500 mm |
