1998 Honda Shuttle vs. 1991 Saturn Sedan
To start off, 1998 Honda Shuttle is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Saturn Sedan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Saturn Sedan would be higher. At 2,155 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda Shuttle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Shuttle (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1991 Saturn Sedan. (85 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 1991 Saturn Sedan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 439 kg more than 1991 Saturn Sedan. 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, 1998 Honda Shuttle (196 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Saturn Sedan. (145 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Shuttle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Saturn Sedan.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Shuttle | 1991 Saturn Sedan | |
Make | Honda | Saturn |
Model | Shuttle | Sedan |
Year Released | 1998 | 1991 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2155 cc | 1901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1532 kg | 1093 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |