1996 Honda Shuttle vs. 1973 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1996 Honda Shuttle is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 2,157 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Shuttle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Shuttle (146 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Skyline. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 552 kg more than 1973 Nissan Skyline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Nissan Skyline 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 Nissan Skyline. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Honda Shuttle (198 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Skyline. (122 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Shuttle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Shuttle | 1973 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Shuttle | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2157 cc | 1483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1532 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2500 mm |
