1973 Chrysler Charger vs. 1995 Honda Shuttle
To start off, 1995 Honda Shuttle is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chrysler Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chrysler Charger would be higher. At 5,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Chrysler Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chrysler Charger (227 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1995 Honda Shuttle. (150 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chrysler Charger should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 152 kg more than 1973 Chrysler Charger.
Because 1973 Chrysler Charger 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 1973 Chrysler Charger. 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, 1973 Chrysler Charger (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Shuttle. (199 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Chrysler Charger | 1995 Honda Shuttle | |
Make | Chrysler | Honda |
Model | Charger | Shuttle |
Year Released | 1973 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5211 cc | 2157 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 199 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 95 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1532 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2630 mm |