1961 Ford Zodiac vs. 1989 Honda Shuttle
To start off, 1989 Honda Shuttle is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 2,552 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Shuttle (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1961 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 251 kg more than 1989 Honda Shuttle.
Because 1961 Ford Zodiac 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 1961 Ford Zodiac. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1961 Ford Zodiac (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Shuttle. (112 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1961 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Ford Zodiac | 1989 Honda Shuttle | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Zodiac | Shuttle |
Year Released | 1961 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2552 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1191 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2510 mm |