1992 Honda Shuttle vs. 1994 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1994 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Honda Shuttle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Honda Shuttle would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 89 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 305 kg more than 1992 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, 1994 Volkswagen Passat (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Shuttle. (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Honda Shuttle | 1994 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Shuttle | Passat |
Year Released | 1992 | 1994 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1450 mm |