1991 Honda Shuttle vs. 1996 Mazda 121
To start off, 1996 Mazda 121 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Honda Shuttle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Honda Shuttle 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 30 more horse power than 1996 Mazda 121. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda 121 weights approximately 51 kg more than 1991 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, 1991 Honda Shuttle (112 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda 121. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Honda Shuttle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Honda Shuttle | 1996 Mazda 121 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Shuttle | 121 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 991 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2460 mm |