1988 Honda Shuttle vs. 2006 Mazda 6
To start off, 2006 Mazda 6 is newer by 18 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 6 (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1988 Honda Shuttle. (90 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Shuttle.
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, 2006 Mazda 6 (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Shuttle. (112 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Honda Shuttle | 2006 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Shuttle | 6 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2680 mm |