1980 Holden Commodore vs. 1996 Honda Legend
To start off, 1996 Honda Legend is newer by 16 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 4,142 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1980 Holden Commodore. (134 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1980 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Legend weights approximately 314 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, 1996 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, 1996 Honda Legend (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Holden Commodore. (269 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 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 | 1996 Honda Legend | |
Make | Holden | Honda |
Model | Commodore | Legend |
Year Released | 1980 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4142 cc | 3472 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 269 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2920 mm |