2009 Dodge Nitro vs. 1990 Honda Shuttle
To start off, 2009 Dodge Nitro is newer by 19 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 2,778 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Nitro (175 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1990 Honda Shuttle. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 751 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 2009 Dodge Nitro is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Honda Shuttle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Nitro 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, 2009 Dodge Nitro (410 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Shuttle. (112 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Shuttle. 2009 Dodge Nitro has automatic transmission and 1990 Honda Shuttle has manual transmission. 1990 Honda Shuttle will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Nitro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Nitro | 1990 Honda Shuttle | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Nitro | Shuttle |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2778 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2510 mm |
