1989 Honda Shuttle vs. 1974 Vauxhall Firenza
To start off, 1989 Honda Shuttle is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Vauxhall Firenza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Vauxhall Firenza would be higher. At 1,759 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Vauxhall Firenza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Shuttle (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1974 Vauxhall Firenza. (77 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 1974 Vauxhall Firenza.
Because 1974 Vauxhall Firenza 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 1974 Vauxhall Firenza. 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, 1974 Vauxhall Firenza (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Shuttle. (112 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1974 Vauxhall Firenza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Shuttle | 1974 Vauxhall Firenza | |
Make | Honda | Vauxhall |
Model | Shuttle | Firenza |
Year Released | 1989 | 1974 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1759 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 77 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2470 mm |