2009 Honda Odyssey vs. 1989 Honda Shuttle
To start off, 2009 Honda Odyssey is newer by 20 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1989 Honda Shuttle. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 521 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, 2009 Honda Odyssey (332 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Shuttle. (112 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Shuttle. 2009 Honda Odyssey 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. 2009 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Odyssey | 1989 Honda Shuttle | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Odyssey | Shuttle |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2510 mm |
