1991 Honda Shuttle vs. 1976 Mazda 818
To start off, 1991 Honda Shuttle is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 1,395 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Honda Shuttle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Honda Shuttle (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1976 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mazda 818 weights approximately 62 kg more than 1991 Honda Shuttle.
Because 1976 Mazda 818 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Mazda 818. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Honda Shuttle, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1991 Honda Shuttle (112 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Honda Shuttle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Honda Shuttle | 1976 Mazda 818 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Shuttle | 818 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2320 mm |
