1980 Holden Commodore vs. 1995 Honda Legend
To start off, 1995 Honda Legend is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 3,205 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Legend (201 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1980 Holden Commodore. (102 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1980 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Legend weights approximately 330 kg more than 1980 Holden Commodore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Holden Commodore 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 1980 Holden Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Honda Legend (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Holden Commodore. (192 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Holden Commodore | 1995 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Commodore | Legend |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2838 cc | 3205 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
