1990 Honda Legend vs. 1974 Renault 17
To start off, 1990 Honda Legend is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Renault 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Renault 17 would be higher. At 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Legend (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1974 Renault 17. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1974 Renault 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Legend weights approximately 365 kg more than 1974 Renault 17. 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, 1990 Honda Legend (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Renault 17. (136 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Renault 17.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda Legend | 1974 Renault 17 | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Legend | 17 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2675 cc | 1606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Top Speed | 226 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |