1992 Honda Shuttle vs. 2013 Nissan Z
To start off, 2013 Nissan Z is newer by 21 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Z (327 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1992 Honda Shuttle. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Z should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Z weights approximately 633 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 2013 Nissan Z 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 2013 Nissan Z. 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, 2013 Nissan Z (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Shuttle. (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Honda Shuttle | 2013 Nissan Z | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Shuttle | Z |
Year Released | 1992 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 327 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1573 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4246 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1845 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1326 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2550 mm |