1990 Honda Shuttle vs. 1971 Rover P6
To start off, 1990 Honda Shuttle is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Rover P6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Rover P6 would be higher. At 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Rover P6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Rover P6 (150 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1990 Honda Shuttle. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Rover P6 should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Rover P6 weights approximately 355 kg more than 1990 Honda Shuttle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Rover P6 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 1971 Rover P6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1971 Rover P6 (274 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Shuttle. (112 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1971 Rover P6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda Shuttle | 1971 Rover P6 | |
Make | Honda | Rover |
Model | Shuttle | P6 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 3532 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 274 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2630 mm |