1991 Honda Shuttle vs. 2011 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 20 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Passat (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1991 Honda Shuttle. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1991 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 1367 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.
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, 2011 Volkswagen Passat (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda Shuttle. (112 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Honda Shuttle | 2011 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Shuttle | Passat |
Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2720 mm |