1993 Honda Legend vs. 1975 Renault 5
To start off, 1993 Honda Legend is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Renault 5 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 1975 Renault 5. (33 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1975 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda Legend weights approximately 830 kg more than 1975 Renault 5. 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, 1993 Honda Legend (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Renault 5. (53 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Honda Legend | 1975 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Legend | 5 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3206 cc | 782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2410 mm |
