1986 Honda Legend vs. 2010 Renault Clio
To start off, 2010 Renault Clio is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Honda Legend would be higher. At 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Honda Legend (167 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2010 Renault Clio. (81 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Honda Legend weights approximately 185 kg more than 2010 Renault Clio. 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, 1986 Honda Legend (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Clio. (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1986 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Honda Legend | 2010 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Legend | Clio |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2493 cc | 1460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |
