1993 Honda Legend vs. 1984 Holden Camira
To start off, 1993 Honda Legend is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Holden Camira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Holden Camira would be higher. At 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda Legend (201 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1984 Holden Camira. (111 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1984 Holden Camira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda Legend weights approximately 495 kg more than 1984 Holden Camira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1993 Honda Legend (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Holden Camira. (125 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1993 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Holden Camira. 1984 Holden Camira has automatic transmission and 1993 Honda Legend has manual transmission. 1993 Honda Legend will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Holden Camira will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Honda Legend | 1984 Holden Camira | |
| Make | Honda | Holden |
| Model | Legend | Camira |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3206 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2580 mm |
