1993 Honda Legend vs. 1956 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1993 Honda Legend is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda Legend (201 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1956 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1956 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda Legend weights approximately 918 kg more than 1956 Renault Dauphine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Renault Dauphine 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 1956 Renault Dauphine. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1993 Honda Legend (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Renault Dauphine. (46 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Honda Legend | 1956 Renault Dauphine | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Legend | Dauphine |
Year Released | 1993 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3206 cc | 845 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 46 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |