1990 Honda Shuttle vs. 2001 Kia Visto
To start off, 2001 Kia Visto is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Shuttle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Shuttle would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Honda Shuttle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Shuttle (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2001 Kia Visto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Visto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 140 kg more than 2001 Kia Visto. 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, 1990 Honda Shuttle (112 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Kia Visto. (74 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Shuttle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Kia Visto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Honda Shuttle | 2001 Kia Visto | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Shuttle | Visto |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2390 mm |
