1993 Honda Legend vs. 1999 Holden Astra
To start off, 1999 Holden Astra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda Legend 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 (230 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1999 Holden Astra. (120 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1999 Holden Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda Legend weights approximately 438 kg more than 1999 Holden Astra. 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 (279 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Holden Astra. (165 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1993 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Holden Astra. 1999 Holden Astra 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. 1999 Holden Astra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Honda Legend | 1999 Holden Astra | |
| Make | Honda | Holden |
| Model | Legend | Astra |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3206 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2610 mm |
