1995 Honda Shuttle vs. 1973 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1995 Honda Shuttle is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,252 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Shuttle (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corona. (96 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 322 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Toyota Corona 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 1973 Toyota Corona. 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 @ 4600 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corona. (166 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Shuttle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Honda Shuttle | 1973 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Shuttle | Corona |
Year Released | 1995 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2156 cc | 2252 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 199 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1532 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2590 mm |