1990 Honda Legend vs. 1996 Renault Megane
To start off, 1996 Renault Megane is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Legend (212 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1996 Renault Megane. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Legend weights approximately 279 kg more than 1996 Renault Megane. 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 (300 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Megane. (107 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Megane. 1990 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 1996 Renault Megane has manual transmission. 1996 Renault Megane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Honda Legend | 1996 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Legend | Megane |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3206 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 226 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |
