2000 Honda Shuttle vs. 1981 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 2000 Honda Shuttle is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 2,292 cc, 1981 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Shuttle (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1981 Mazda RX-7. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 465 kg more than 1981 Mazda RX-7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 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 1981 Mazda RX-7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Honda Shuttle (206 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda RX-7. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Honda Shuttle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda RX-7. 2000 Honda Shuttle has automatic transmission and 1981 Mazda RX-7 has manual transmission. 1981 Mazda RX-7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Honda Shuttle will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda Shuttle | 1981 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Shuttle | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2254 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 65 L |
