1968 AMC AMX vs. 1995 Honda Shuttle
To start off, 1995 Honda Shuttle is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 AMC AMX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 AMC AMX would be higher. At 6,386 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 AMC AMX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 AMC AMX (315 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1995 Honda Shuttle. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 AMC AMX should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 155 kg more than 1968 AMC AMX.
Because 1968 AMC AMX 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 1968 AMC AMX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1968 AMC AMX (576 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Shuttle. (199 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1968 AMC AMX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
1968 AMC AMX | 1995 Honda Shuttle | |
Make | AMC | Honda |
Model | AMX | Shuttle |
Year Released | 1968 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6386 cc | 2156 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 315 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 576 Nm | 199 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 105.8 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.8 mm | 95 mm |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1377 kg | 1532 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2840 mm |