1977 Honda Accord vs. 1992 Honda Shuttle
To start off, 1992 Honda Shuttle is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,602 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Shuttle (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1977 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 1977 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 50 kg more than 1977 Honda Accord. 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, 1977 Honda Accord (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Shuttle. (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1977 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Honda Accord | 1992 Honda Shuttle | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Accord | Shuttle |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1602 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2510 mm |
