1991 Honda Shuttle vs. 2013 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2013 Toyota Yaris is newer by 22 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 1,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Yaris (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1991 Honda Shuttle. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1991 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 80 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, 2013 Toyota Yaris (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda Shuttle. (112 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda Shuttle. 2013 Toyota Yaris 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. 2013 Toyota Yaris will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Honda Shuttle | 2013 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Shuttle | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2510 mm |
