1996 Honda Shuttle vs. 2013 Scion FR-S
To start off, 2013 Scion FR-S is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Shuttle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Shuttle would be higher. At 2,157 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Shuttle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Scion FR-S (199 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1996 Honda Shuttle. (146 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Scion FR-S should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 302 kg more than 2013 Scion FR-S.
Because 2013 Scion FR-S 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 Scion FR-S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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 Scion FR-S (205 Nm @ 6600 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Shuttle. (198 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Scion FR-S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Shuttle | 2013 Scion FR-S | |
| Make | Honda | Scion |
| Model | Shuttle | FR-S |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2157 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 199 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1532 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |
