1973 Holden Monaro vs. 1991 Honda Shuttle
To start off, 1991 Honda Shuttle is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 2,834 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Holden Monaro (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1991 Honda Shuttle. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1991 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Holden Monaro weights approximately 404 kg more than 1991 Honda Shuttle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Holden Monaro 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 Holden Monaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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 Holden Monaro (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda Shuttle. (112 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1973 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Holden Monaro | 1991 Honda Shuttle | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Monaro | Shuttle |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2834 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1344 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |
