1999 Honda Shuttle vs. 1989 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1999 Honda Shuttle is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda Shuttle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Shuttle (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Corolla. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 570 kg more than 1989 Toyota Corolla. 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, 1999 Honda Shuttle (270 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Corolla. (149 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Shuttle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Shuttle | 1989 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Shuttle | Corolla |
Year Released | 1999 | 1989 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2470 mm |