1977 Holden Kingswood vs. 1989 Honda Legend
To start off, 1989 Honda Legend is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Holden Kingswood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Holden Kingswood would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Holden Kingswood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Holden Kingswood (213 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1989 Honda Legend. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Holden Kingswood should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Legend weights approximately 15 kg more than 1977 Holden Kingswood.
Because 1977 Holden Kingswood 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 1977 Holden Kingswood. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1977 Holden Kingswood (400 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Legend. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1977 Holden Kingswood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Holden Kingswood | 1989 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Kingswood | Legend |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 2674 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 213 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2770 mm |
