1988 Honda Legend vs. 1968 Renault 6
To start off, 1988 Honda Legend is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Renault 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Renault 6 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Legend (188 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1968 Renault 6. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1968 Renault 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Legend weights approximately 550 kg more than 1968 Renault 6. 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, 1988 Honda Legend (241 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Renault 6. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Renault 6. 1988 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 1968 Renault 6 has manual transmission. 1968 Renault 6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda Legend | 1968 Renault 6 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Legend | 6 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 843 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 121 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 40 L |
