1995 Honda Shuttle vs. 1981 Mazda 323
To start off, 1995 Honda Shuttle is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Honda Shuttle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Shuttle (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 682 kg more than 1981 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Honda Shuttle (199 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Shuttle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Honda Shuttle | 1981 Mazda 323 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Shuttle | 323 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2156 cc | 1069 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 199 Nm | 79 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1532 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2370 mm |