1969 Honda S800 vs. 2010 Renault Duster
To start off, 2010 Renault Duster is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Honda S800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Honda S800 would be higher. At 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Renault Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Renault Duster (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1969 Honda S800. (67 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Renault Duster should accelerate faster than 1969 Honda S800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Renault Duster weights approximately 490 kg more than 1969 Honda S800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Honda S800 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 1969 Honda S800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Renault Duster, 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, 2010 Renault Duster (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Honda S800. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2010 Renault Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Honda S800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Honda S800 | 2010 Renault Duster | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | S800 | Duster |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 789 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2673 mm |
