2003 Honda Civic vs. 1990 Honda Shuttle
To start off, 2003 Honda Civic is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Shuttle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Shuttle would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Civic (108 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1990 Honda Shuttle. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Civic weights approximately 150 kg more than 1990 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, 2003 Honda Civic (135 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Shuttle. (112 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Civic | 1990 Honda Shuttle | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Civic | Shuttle |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |
