1999 Honda Shuttle vs. 1976 Lada 1200
To start off, 1999 Honda Shuttle is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Lada 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Lada 1200 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 89 more horse power than 1976 Lada 1200. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 1976 Lada 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 577 kg more than 1976 Lada 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Lada 1200 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 1976 Lada 1200. 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 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Lada 1200. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Shuttle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Lada 1200. 1999 Honda Shuttle has automatic transmission and 1976 Lada 1200 has manual transmission. 1976 Lada 1200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Honda Shuttle will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Shuttle | 1976 Lada 1200 | |
| Make | Honda | Lada |
| Model | Shuttle | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2253 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 948 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 39 L |
