1985 Holden Drover vs. 2002 Honda Legend
To start off, 2002 Honda Legend is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Holden Drover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Holden Drover would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1985 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Legend weights approximately 760 kg more than 1985 Holden Drover. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Holden Drover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Honda Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Holden Drover will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Honda Legend (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Drover. 2002 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 1985 Holden Drover has manual transmission. 1985 Holden Drover will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Holden Drover | 2002 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Drover | Legend |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2920 mm |
