1999 Honda Shuttle vs. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230
To start off, 1999 Honda Shuttle is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 would be higher. At 2,253 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda Shuttle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Shuttle (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. (53 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 75 kg more than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 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 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Honda Shuttle (206 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. (139 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Shuttle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Shuttle | 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Shuttle | 230 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1941 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2253 cc | 2229 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3060 mm |