1991 Honda Shuttle vs. 1990 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1991 Honda Shuttle is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 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 59 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 298 kg more than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Mitsubishi Minica is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Honda Shuttle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Mitsubishi Minica 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, 1991 Honda Shuttle (112 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Honda Shuttle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Honda Shuttle | 1990 Mitsubishi Minica | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Shuttle | Minica |
Year Released | 1991 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1395 cc | 548 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 30 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 42 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 642 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2270 mm |