1990 Honda Shuttle vs. 2001 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen Beetle 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen Beetle (180 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1990 Honda Shuttle. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volkswagen Beetle weights approximately 373 kg more than 1990 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, 2001 Volkswagen Beetle (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Shuttle. (112 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda Shuttle | 2001 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Shuttle | Beetle |
Year Released | 1990 | 2001 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1313 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2520 mm |