1973 Honda 1300 vs. 1990 Honda Shuttle
To start off, 1990 Honda Shuttle is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda 1300 would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Honda Shuttle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Shuttle (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1973 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 45 kg more than 1973 Honda 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1990 Honda Shuttle (112 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Shuttle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda 1300 | 1990 Honda Shuttle | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | 1300 | Shuttle |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1396 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2510 mm |
