1990 Honda Legend vs. 2003 Holden Frontera
To start off, 2003 Holden Frontera is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Holden Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Holden Frontera (203 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1990 Honda Legend. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Frontera should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Frontera weights approximately 280 kg more than 1990 Honda Legend. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Holden Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Honda Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Holden Frontera 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, 2003 Holden Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Legend. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Legend. 2003 Holden Frontera has automatic transmission and 1990 Honda Legend has manual transmission. 1990 Honda Legend will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Holden Frontera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda Legend | 2003 Holden Frontera | |
Make | Honda | Holden |
Model | Legend | Frontera |
Year Released | 1990 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2675 cc | 3165 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 203 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2710 mm |