2005 Honda Civic vs. 1989 Honda Shuttle
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic 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 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (115 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1989 Honda Shuttle. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 234 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.
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, 2005 Honda Civic (149 Nm) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Shuttle. (112 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Shuttle. 2005 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 1989 Honda Shuttle has manual transmission. 1989 Honda Shuttle will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 1989 Honda Shuttle | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Civic | Shuttle |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1174 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2510 mm |
