2006 Ford Fusion vs. 1989 Honda Shuttle
To start off, 2006 Ford Fusion is newer by 17 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 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Shuttle (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fusion. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Fusion weights approximately 237 kg more than 1989 Honda Shuttle.
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, 2006 Ford Fusion (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Shuttle. (112 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Fusion | 1989 Honda Shuttle | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Fusion | Shuttle |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1177 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2510 mm |
