2005 Acura MDX vs. 1989 Honda Shuttle
To start off, 2005 Acura MDX is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Shuttle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Shuttle would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura MDX (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1989 Honda Shuttle. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura MDX weights approximately 1106 kg more than 1989 Honda Shuttle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Honda Shuttle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Acura MDX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Acura MDX (343 Nm) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Shuttle. (112 Nm). This means 2005 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura MDX | 1989 Honda Shuttle | |
| Make | Acura | Honda |
| Model | MDX | Shuttle |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2046 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2510 mm |
