1988 Honda Legend vs. 1987 Renault 4
To start off, 1988 Honda Legend is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Renault 4 would be higher. At 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Legend (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1987 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Legend weights approximately 725 kg more than 1987 Renault 4. 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 (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda Legend | 1987 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Legend | 4 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2675 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2410 mm |
