1991 Honda Shuttle vs. 1970 Saab 99
To start off, 1991 Honda Shuttle is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Saab 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Saab 99 would be higher. At 1,709 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Saab 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Honda Shuttle (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1970 Saab 99. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 1970 Saab 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Saab 99 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1991 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, 1970 Saab 99 (130 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda Shuttle. (112 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1970 Saab 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Honda Shuttle | 1970 Saab 99 | |
| Make | Honda | Saab |
| Model | Shuttle | 99 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1709 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2480 mm |
