2002 Buick Century vs. 1992 Honda Shuttle
To start off, 2002 Buick Century is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Honda Shuttle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Honda Shuttle would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Buick Century (176 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1992 Honda Shuttle. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Buick Century weights approximately 580 kg more than 1992 Honda Shuttle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Buick Century (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Shuttle. (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Shuttle. 2002 Buick Century has automatic transmission and 1992 Honda Shuttle has manual transmission. 1992 Honda Shuttle will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Buick Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Buick Century | 1992 Honda Shuttle | |
| Make | Buick | Honda |
| Model | Century | Shuttle |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2510 mm |
