1971 Holden Monaro vs. 1990 Honda Legend
To start off, 1990 Honda Legend is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 5,040 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Holden Monaro (238 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1990 Honda Legend. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 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 15 kg more than 1971 Holden Monaro.
Because 1971 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 1971 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, 1971 Holden Monaro (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Legend. (233 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Holden Monaro | 1990 Honda Legend | |
Make | Holden | Honda |
Model | Monaro | Legend |
Year Released | 1971 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5040 cc | 2675 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2770 mm |