1998 Honda Shuttle vs. 1995 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1998 Honda Shuttle is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1995 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda RX-7 (238 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1998 Honda Shuttle. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 232 kg more than 1995 Mazda RX-7.
Because 1995 Mazda RX-7 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 1995 Mazda RX-7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1995 Mazda RX-7 (296 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Shuttle. (196 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Shuttle | 1995 Mazda RX-7 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Shuttle | RX-7 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1995 |
Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2155 cc | 2616 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1532 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 77 L |