1988 Honda Shuttle vs. 1970 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1988 Honda Shuttle is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,857 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Toyota Corona (98 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1988 Honda Shuttle. (90 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Toyota Corona weights approximately 55 kg more than 1988 Honda Shuttle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Toyota Corona 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 1970 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1970 Toyota Corona (143 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Shuttle. (112 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1970 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Honda Shuttle | 1970 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Shuttle | Corona |
Year Released | 1988 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1857 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2740 mm |