1991 Honda Shuttle vs. 1977 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1991 Honda Shuttle is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mazda Familia 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 15 more horse power than 1977 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 140 kg more than 1977 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Honda Shuttle (112 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Honda Shuttle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Honda Shuttle | 1977 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Shuttle | Familia |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1272 cc |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2270 mm |
