1992 Honda Shuttle vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 20 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (323 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1992 Honda Shuttle. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1850 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 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 402 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Shuttle. (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Shuttle. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1992 Honda Shuttle has manual transmission. 1992 Honda Shuttle will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda Shuttle | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
| Model | Shuttle | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 323 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 2790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 6580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 4250 mm |
