1989 Honda Legend vs. 1987 Renault 5
To start off, 1989 Honda Legend is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Renault 5 would be higher. At 2,674 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Renault 5 (380 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1989 Honda Legend. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Legend weights approximately 309 kg more than 1987 Renault 5.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Renault 5 (435 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Legend. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Honda Legend | 1987 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Legend | 5 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2674 cc | 1419 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 51 L |
