1991 Honda Shuttle vs. 1980 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1991 Honda Shuttle is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 1,395 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Honda Shuttle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Honda Shuttle (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1980 Mitsubishi Minica. (29 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 1980 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 375 kg more than 1980 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Mitsubishi Minica is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Mitsubishi Minica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Honda Shuttle, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Honda Shuttle (112 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mitsubishi Minica. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Honda Shuttle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Honda Shuttle | 1980 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Shuttle | Minica |
Year Released | 1991 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1395 cc | 546 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2060 mm |