1960 Renault Dauphine vs. 2004 Honda Legend
To start off, 2004 Honda Legend is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Legend (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1960 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1960 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Legend weights approximately 1132 kg more than 1960 Renault Dauphine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Renault Dauphine 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 1960 Renault Dauphine. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Honda Legend (303 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Renault Dauphine. 2004 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 1960 Renault Dauphine has manual transmission. 1960 Renault Dauphine will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Renault Dauphine | 2004 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Renault | Honda |
| Model | Dauphine | Legend |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 303 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 54.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 632 kg | 1764 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 68 L |
