1971 Holden Monaro vs. 1992 Honda Legend
To start off, 1992 Honda Legend is newer by 21 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 37 more horse power than 1992 Honda Legend. (201 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Legend weights approximately 170 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, 1992 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 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Legend. (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Holden Monaro | 1992 Honda Legend | |
Make | Holden | Honda |
Model | Monaro | Legend |
Year Released | 1971 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5040 cc | 3206 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 293 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |