1989 Honda Shuttle vs. 1952 Rover P4
To start off, 1989 Honda Shuttle is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,101 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Shuttle (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1952 Rover P4. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 1952 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Rover P4 weights approximately 450 kg more than 1989 Honda Shuttle.
Because 1952 Rover P4 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 1952 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1952 Rover P4 (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Shuttle. (112 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1952 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Honda Shuttle | 1952 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Honda | Rover |
| Model | Shuttle | P4 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 2101 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 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 | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2830 mm |
