1996 Honda Shuttle vs. 1993 Mercury Capri
To start off, 1996 Honda Shuttle is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercury Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercury Capri would be higher. At 2,157 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Shuttle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Shuttle (146 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1993 Mercury Capri. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercury Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 446 kg more than 1993 Mercury Capri. 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, 1996 Honda Shuttle (198 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercury Capri. (130 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Shuttle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Shuttle | 1993 Mercury Capri | |
| Make | Honda | Mercury |
| Model | Shuttle | Capri |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2157 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1532 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |
