1991 Honda Legend vs. 1995 Renault Sport Spider

To start off, 1995 Renault Sport Spider is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1995 Renault Sport Spider. (144 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault Sport Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Honda Legend weights approximately 620 kg more than 1995 Renault Sport Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1995 Renault Sport Spider is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Renault Sport Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Honda Legend, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1991 Honda Legend (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault Sport Spider. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1991 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault Sport Spider.

Compare all specifications:

1991 Honda Legend 1995 Renault Sport Spider
Make Honda Renault
Model Legend Sport Spider
Year Released 1991 1995
Body Type Sedan Roadster
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 3206 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 202 HP 144 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 293 Nm 181 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1550 kg 930 kg
Vehicle Length 4960 mm 3800 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1260 mm


 

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