1992 Honda Shuttle vs. 2006 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2006 Nissan Altima is newer by 14 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Altima (251 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1992 Honda Shuttle. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Altima weights approximately 520 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.
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, 2006 Nissan Altima (338 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Shuttle. (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Honda Shuttle | 2006 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Shuttle | Altima |
Year Released | 1992 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2810 mm |