1986 Holden Drover vs. 1991 Honda Shuttle
To start off, 1991 Honda Shuttle is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Holden Drover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Holden Drover 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 @ 6300 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1986 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 1986 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 30 kg more than 1986 Holden Drover. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Holden Drover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Honda Shuttle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Holden Drover will offer significantly more control. 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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Honda Shuttle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Holden Drover.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Holden Drover | 1991 Honda Shuttle | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Drover | Shuttle |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2510 mm |
