1989 Honda Shuttle vs. 1963 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1989 Honda Shuttle is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 1,487 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Shuttle (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1963 Opel Rekord. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 1963 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Opel Rekord weights approximately 30 kg more than 1989 Honda Shuttle.
Because 1963 Opel Rekord 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 1963 Opel Rekord. 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, 1989 Honda Shuttle (112 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Opel Rekord. (108 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Shuttle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Shuttle | 1963 Opel Rekord | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Shuttle | Rekord |
Year Released | 1989 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1487 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2650 mm |