1966 Ford Mustang vs. 1999 Honda Shuttle
To start off, 1999 Honda Shuttle is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 6,385 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ford Mustang (320 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1999 Honda Shuttle. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 346 kg more than 1966 Ford Mustang.
Because 1966 Ford Mustang 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 1966 Ford Mustang. 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) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Mustang. (85 Nm). This means 1999 Honda Shuttle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Mustang | 1999 Honda Shuttle | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Mustang | Shuttle |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6385 cc | 2253 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.9 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 97 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1179 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 65 L |
