1999 Holden Berlina vs. 1988 Honda Legend
To start off, 1999 Holden Berlina is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Holden Berlina (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1988 Honda Legend. (188 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Holden Berlina weights approximately 270 kg more than 1988 Honda Legend. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Holden Berlina 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 1999 Holden Berlina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1999 Holden Berlina (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Legend. (241 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Holden Berlina | 1988 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Berlina | Legend |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2770 mm |
