1988 Honda Legend vs. 2005 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2005 Renault Vel Satis is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Legend 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 7 more horse power than 2005 Renault Vel Satis. (168 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Vel Satis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 242 kg more than 1988 Honda Legend.
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, 2005 Renault Vel Satis (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Legend. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Honda Legend | 2005 Renault Vel Satis | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Legend | Vel Satis |
Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2675 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 93 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |