1990 Honda Shuttle vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Raider
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Raider is newer by 17 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Raider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mitsubishi Raider (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1990 Honda Shuttle. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Raider should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mitsubishi Raider weights approximately 845 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.
Because 2007 Mitsubishi Raider is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Honda Shuttle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mitsubishi Raider 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, 2007 Mitsubishi Raider (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Shuttle. (112 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Raider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Shuttle. 2007 Mitsubishi Raider has automatic transmission and 1990 Honda Shuttle has manual transmission. 1990 Honda Shuttle will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mitsubishi Raider will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Honda Shuttle | 2007 Mitsubishi Raider | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Shuttle | Raider |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 5590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3340 mm |
