1992 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1991 Honda Shuttle
To start off, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 1 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 5,731 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette (380 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1991 Honda Shuttle. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1991 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 574 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.
Because 1992 Chevrolet Corvette 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 1992 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 1992 Chevrolet Corvette (512 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda Shuttle. (112 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Chevrolet Corvette | 1991 Honda Shuttle | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Corvette | Shuttle |
Year Released | 1992 | 1991 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5731 cc | 1395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 512 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1514 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2510 mm |