1999 Honda Shuttle vs. 1989 Lotus Elan
To start off, 1999 Honda Shuttle is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Lotus Elan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Lotus Elan would be higher. At 2,253 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda Shuttle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lotus Elan (165 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1999 Honda Shuttle. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lotus Elan should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 505 kg more than 1989 Lotus Elan.
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, 1999 Honda Shuttle (206 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lotus Elan. (201 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Shuttle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lotus Elan. 1999 Honda Shuttle has automatic transmission and 1989 Lotus Elan has manual transmission. 1989 Lotus Elan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Honda Shuttle will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Shuttle | 1989 Lotus Elan | |
| Make | Honda | Lotus |
| Model | Shuttle | Elan |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2253 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 65 L |
