1993 Honda Legend vs. 2008 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2008 Renault Vel Satis is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda Legend 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 (230 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2008 Renault Vel Satis. (175 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Vel Satis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 222 kg more than 1993 Honda Legend.
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, 2008 Renault Vel Satis (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Legend. (279 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Legend. 2008 Renault Vel Satis has automatic transmission and 1993 Honda Legend has manual transmission. 1993 Honda Legend will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Renault Vel Satis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Honda Legend | 2008 Renault Vel Satis | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Legend | Vel Satis |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3206 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
