1992 Honda Shuttle vs. 1981 Lada 1200
To start off, 1992 Honda Shuttle is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Lada 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Lada 1200 would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Honda Shuttle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Shuttle (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1981 Lada 1200. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 1981 Lada 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Lada 1200 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1992 Honda Shuttle.
Because 1981 Lada 1200 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 1981 Lada 1200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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 Honda Shuttle (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Lada 1200. (85 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1992 Honda Shuttle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Lada 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Honda Shuttle | 1981 Lada 1200 | |
Make | Honda | Lada |
Model | Shuttle | 1200 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1981 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2430 mm |