1984 Dodge 600 vs. 1996 Honda Shuttle
To start off, 1996 Honda Shuttle is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Dodge 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Dodge 600 would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Dodge 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Shuttle (146 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1984 Dodge 600. (142 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 1984 Dodge 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 297 kg more than 1984 Dodge 600. 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, 1984 Dodge 600 (228 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Shuttle. (198 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1984 Dodge 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Dodge 600 | 1996 Honda Shuttle | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | 600 | Shuttle |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 2157 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1532 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |
