1990 Honda Shuttle vs. 1998 Mazda 323
To start off, 1998 Mazda 323 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Shuttle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Shuttle would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Shuttle (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1998 Mazda 323. (71 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda 323 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1990 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, 1998 Mazda 323 (130 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Shuttle. (112 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda Shuttle | 1998 Mazda 323 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Shuttle | 323 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2620 mm |