1991 Holden Nova vs. 1988 Honda Shuttle
To start off, 1991 Holden Nova is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Shuttle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Shuttle would be higher. At 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Holden Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Shuttle (90 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1991 Holden Nova. (81 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 1991 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Holden Nova weights approximately 75 kg more than 1988 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, 1991 Holden Nova (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Shuttle. (112 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1991 Holden Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Holden Nova | 1988 Honda Shuttle | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Nova | Shuttle |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2510 mm |
