1992 Honda Shuttle vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma is newer by 4 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma 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.
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, 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma (176 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Shuttle. (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda Shuttle | 1996 Mitsubishi Carisma | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Shuttle | Carisma |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1410 mm |
