1992 Honda Shuttle vs. 2001 Honda S2000
To start off, 2001 Honda S2000 is newer by 9 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1992 Honda Shuttle. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda S2000 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1992 Honda Shuttle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Honda S2000 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 2001 Honda S2000. 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, 2001 Honda S2000 (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Shuttle. (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Honda Shuttle | 2001 Honda S2000 | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Shuttle | S2000 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2001 |
Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 8600 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 208 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2370 mm |