1988 Honda Legend vs. 2009 Renault Koleos
To start off, 2009 Renault Koleos is newer by 21 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) has 27 more horse power than 2009 Renault Koleos. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Koleos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Renault Koleos weights approximately 230 kg more than 1988 Honda Legend.
Because 2009 Renault Koleos is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Honda Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Renault Koleos will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Renault Koleos (320 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Legend. (232 Nm). This means 2009 Renault Koleos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda Legend | 2009 Renault Koleos | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Legend | Koleos |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2675 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2690 mm |
