1991 Honda Shuttle vs. 1977 Subaru Rex
To start off, 1991 Honda Shuttle is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Subaru Rex. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Subaru Rex would be higher. At 1,395 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Honda Shuttle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Honda Shuttle (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1977 Subaru Rex. (29 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 1977 Subaru Rex. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 405 kg more than 1977 Subaru Rex. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Subaru Rex 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 1977 Subaru Rex. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1991 Honda Shuttle (112 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Subaru Rex. (42 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Honda Shuttle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Subaru Rex.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Honda Shuttle | 1977 Subaru Rex | |
| Make | Honda | Subaru |
| Model | Shuttle | Rex |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 1930 mm |
