1995 Honda Shuttle vs. 2013 Dodge DART
To start off, 2013 Dodge DART is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Shuttle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Shuttle would be higher. At 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Honda Shuttle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge DART (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1995 Honda Shuttle. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge DART should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 93 kg more than 2013 Dodge DART.
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, 1995 Honda Shuttle (199 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Dodge DART. (197 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Shuttle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Dodge DART. 1995 Honda Shuttle has automatic transmission and 2013 Dodge DART has manual transmission. 2013 Dodge DART will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Honda Shuttle will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Honda Shuttle | 2013 Dodge DART | |
| Make | Honda | Dodge |
| Model | Shuttle | DART |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2156 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 199 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1532 kg | 1439 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4672 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2703 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |
