1970 Ford 12 M vs. 1989 Honda Shuttle
To start off, 1989 Honda Shuttle is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford 12 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford 12 M would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Shuttle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Shuttle (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1970 Ford 12 M. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 90 kg more than 1970 Ford 12 M. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Ford 12 M 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 1970 Ford 12 M. 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, 1989 Honda Shuttle (112 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford 12 M. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Shuttle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford 12 M.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford 12 M | 1989 Honda Shuttle | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | 12 M | Shuttle |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1305 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2510 mm |
