1992 Honda Shuttle vs. 1981 Mazda 121
To start off, 1992 Honda Shuttle is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mazda 121. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mazda 121 would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Mazda 121 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Shuttle (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 121. (86 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Mazda 121 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1992 Honda Shuttle.
Because 1981 Mazda 121 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 Mazda 121. 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, 1981 Mazda 121 (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Shuttle. (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1981 Mazda 121 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Honda Shuttle | 1981 Mazda 121 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Shuttle | 121 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2520 mm |