1989 Honda Shuttle vs. 1969 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1989 Honda Shuttle is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Shuttle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Shuttle (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1969 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 1969 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 160 kg more than 1969 Triumph Herald. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Triumph Herald 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 1969 Triumph Herald. 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 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Shuttle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Honda Shuttle | 1969 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Honda | Triumph |
| Model | Shuttle | Herald |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1145 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2320 mm |
