1996 Honda Shuttle vs. 1990 Holden Barina
To start off, 1996 Honda Shuttle is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Holden Barina would be higher. At 2,157 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Shuttle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Shuttle (146 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1990 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 1990 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 802 kg more than 1990 Holden Barina. 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, 1996 Honda Shuttle (198 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Shuttle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Shuttle | 1990 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Honda | Holden |
| Model | Shuttle | Barina |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2157 cc | 1322 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1532 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2250 mm |
