1988 Renault 19 vs. 2006 Honda Legend
To start off, 2006 Honda Legend is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Renault 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Renault 19 would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Legend (291 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1988 Renault 19. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Legend weights approximately 608 kg more than 1988 Renault 19. 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, 2006 Honda Legend (298 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 19. (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 19. 2006 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 1988 Renault 19 has manual transmission. 1988 Renault 19 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Renault 19 | 2006 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Renault | Honda |
| Model | 19 | Legend |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1764 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 68 L |
