1968 Holden Brougham vs. 1989 Honda Shuttle
To start off, 1989 Honda Shuttle is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Holden Brougham. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Holden Brougham would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Holden Brougham is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Holden Brougham (182 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1989 Honda Shuttle. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Holden Brougham should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Shuttle.
Because 1968 Holden Brougham 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 Holden Brougham. 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, 1968 Holden Brougham (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Shuttle. (112 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Brougham will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Shuttle. 1968 Holden Brougham has automatic transmission and 1989 Honda Shuttle has manual transmission. 1989 Honda Shuttle will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1968 Holden Brougham will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Holden Brougham | 1989 Honda Shuttle | |
Make | Holden | Honda |
Model | Brougham | Shuttle |
Year Released | 1968 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5025 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |