1991 Honda Shuttle vs. 1999 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1999 Toyota MR2 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota MR2 (140 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1991 Honda Shuttle. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1991 Honda Shuttle.
Because 1999 Toyota MR2 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 1999 Toyota MR2. 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, 1999 Toyota MR2 (183 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda Shuttle. (112 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Honda Shuttle | 1999 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Shuttle | MR2 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1999 |
Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2440 mm |