1970 Holden Monaro vs. 1990 Honda Legend
To start off, 1990 Honda Legend is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 4,139 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Holden Monaro (182 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1990 Honda Legend. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Legend weights approximately 60 kg more than 1970 Holden Monaro.
Because 1970 Holden Monaro 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 1970 Holden Monaro. 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, 1970 Holden Monaro (356 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Legend. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1970 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Holden Monaro | 1990 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Monaro | Legend |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4139 cc | 2675 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 356 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2720 mm |
