1991 Honda Shuttle vs. 2002 Mazda MPV
To start off, 2002 Mazda MPV is newer by 11 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mazda MPV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda MPV (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1991 Honda Shuttle. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda MPV should accelerate faster than 1991 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda MPV weights approximately 660 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.
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, 2002 Mazda MPV (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda Shuttle. (112 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda MPV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Honda Shuttle | 2002 Mazda MPV | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Shuttle | MPV |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2850 mm |
