1988 Honda Shuttle vs. 1995 Mazda MX-3
To start off, 1995 Mazda MX-3 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Shuttle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Shuttle would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Mazda MX-3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Shuttle (114 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1995 Mazda MX-3. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda MX-3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 21 kg more than 1995 Mazda MX-3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Honda Shuttle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Mazda MX-3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Honda Shuttle 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, 1988 Honda Shuttle (148 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda MX-3. (134 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Shuttle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda MX-3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda Shuttle | 1995 Mazda MX-3 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Shuttle | MX-3 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1059 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2460 mm |
