1992 Honda Shuttle vs. 2005 Mazda 2
To start off, 2005 Mazda 2 is newer by 13 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 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda 2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Shuttle (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 2. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 2 weights approximately 845 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, 2005 Mazda 2 (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Shuttle. (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda Shuttle | 2005 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Shuttle | 2 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| 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 | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2500 mm |
