1987 Honda Legend vs. 2012 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2012 Renault Thalia is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Honda Legend would be higher. At 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Honda Legend (178 HP) has 74 more horse power than 2012 Renault Thalia. (104 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Honda Legend weights approximately 420 kg more than 2012 Renault Thalia. 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, 1987 Honda Legend (229 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Thalia. (148 Nm). This means 1987 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Thalia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Honda Legend | 2012 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Legend | Thalia |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2675 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 229 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2473 mm |
