1980 Ford Taunus vs. 1991 Honda Shuttle
To start off, 1991 Honda Shuttle is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 1,395 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Honda Shuttle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Honda Shuttle (89 HP) has 32 more horse power than 1980 Ford Taunus. (57 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ford Taunus weights approximately 80 kg more than 1991 Honda Shuttle.
Because 1980 Ford Taunus 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 1980 Ford Taunus. 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, 1991 Honda Shuttle (112 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Taunus. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Honda Shuttle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Taunus | 1991 Honda Shuttle | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Taunus | Shuttle |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 89 HP |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |
