1995 Honda Shuttle vs. 1968 Triumph Herald
To start off, 1995 Honda Shuttle is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Triumph Herald. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Triumph Herald would be higher. At 2,157 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Honda Shuttle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Shuttle (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1968 Triumph Herald. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 1968 Triumph Herald. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 752 kg more than 1968 Triumph Herald. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 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 1968 Triumph Herald. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Honda Shuttle (199 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph Herald. (83 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Shuttle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph Herald.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Honda Shuttle | 1968 Triumph Herald | |
| Make | Honda | Triumph |
| Model | Shuttle | Herald |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2157 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 199 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1532 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 29 L |
