1991 Honda Shuttle vs. 1972 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1991 Honda Shuttle is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda Cosmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda Cosmo would be higher. At 1,964 cc, 1972 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mazda Cosmo (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1991 Honda Shuttle. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 1991 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda Cosmo weights approximately 2 kg more than 1991 Honda Shuttle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Mazda Cosmo (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda Shuttle. (112 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1972 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Honda Shuttle | 1972 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Shuttle | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1964 cc |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 942 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2210 mm |
