1991 Honda Shuttle vs. 2009 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Subaru Legacy is newer by 18 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Legacy (245 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1991 Honda Shuttle. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1991 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 500 kg more than 1991 Honda Shuttle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Subaru Legacy 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, 2009 Subaru Legacy 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, 2009 Subaru Legacy (292 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda Shuttle. (112 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda Shuttle. 2009 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 1991 Honda Shuttle has manual transmission. 1991 Honda Shuttle will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Honda Shuttle | 2009 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Honda | Subaru |
| Model | Shuttle | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2680 mm |
