1992 Honda Shuttle vs. 2002 Honda Life
To start off, 2002 Honda Life is newer by 10 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Honda Shuttle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Shuttle (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2002 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 150 kg more than 2002 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Honda Shuttle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Life will offer significantly more control. 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 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1992 Honda Shuttle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda Shuttle | 2002 Honda Life | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Shuttle | Life |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2370 mm |
