1996 Honda Shuttle vs. 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante
To start off, 1996 Honda Shuttle is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante would be higher. At 3,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante (205 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1996 Honda Shuttle. (146 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante weights approximately 18 kg more than 1996 Honda Shuttle. 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, 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante (306 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Shuttle. (198 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Shuttle | 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Shuttle | Diamante |
Year Released | 1996 | 1995 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2157 cc | 3495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 146 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 198 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1532 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2730 mm |