1970 Honda S800 vs. 2007 Renault Logan
To start off, 2007 Renault Logan is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Honda S800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Honda S800 would be higher. At 1,459 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Logan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 67 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Logan weights approximately 570 kg more than 1970 Honda S800.
Because 1970 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 1970 Honda S800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Renault Logan, 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, 2007 Renault Logan (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Honda S800. (67 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Honda S800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Honda S800 | 2007 Renault Logan | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | S800 | Logan |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 791 cc | 1459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 67 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 150 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 | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 50 L |
