1991 Honda Shuttle vs. 1999 Honda Insight
To start off, 1999 Honda Insight is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Honda Shuttle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Honda Shuttle 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 22 more horse power than 1999 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 100 kg more than 1999 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Honda Insight (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda Shuttle. (112 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Honda Shuttle | 1999 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Shuttle | Insight |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |
