2006 Chevrolet SSR vs. 1990 Honda Shuttle
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 16 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (401 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 312 more horse power than 1990 Honda Shuttle. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet SSR weights approximately 138 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.
Because 2006 Chevrolet SSR is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Chevrolet SSR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Honda Shuttle, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Shuttle. (112 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet SSR | 1990 Honda Shuttle | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | SSR | Shuttle |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2510 mm |
