1967 Holden HR vs. 1990 Honda Legend
To start off, 1990 Honda Legend is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Holden HR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Holden HR would be higher. At 3,048 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Holden HR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Legend (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1967 Holden HR. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1967 Holden HR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Legend weights approximately 130 kg more than 1967 Holden HR. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Holden HR 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 1967 Holden HR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Honda Legend, 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, 1967 Holden HR (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Legend. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1967 Holden HR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Legend. 1967 Holden HR has automatic transmission and 1990 Honda Legend has manual transmission. 1990 Honda Legend will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1967 Holden HR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Holden HR | 1990 Honda Legend | |
Make | Holden | Honda |
Model | HR | Legend |
Year Released | 1967 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3048 cc | 2675 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2720 mm |