1997 Honda Shuttle vs. 1980 Mazda 929
To start off, 1997 Honda Shuttle is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 2,157 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Honda Shuttle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Shuttle (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1980 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 1980 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 462 kg more than 1980 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Honda Shuttle (198 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mazda 929. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Honda Shuttle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Shuttle | 1980 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Shuttle | 929 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2157 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1532 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |
