1995 Honda Legend vs. 1959 Renault Floride
To start off, 1995 Honda Legend is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Renault Floride. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Renault Floride would be higher. At 3,205 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Legend (201 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1959 Renault Floride. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1959 Renault Floride. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Legend weights approximately 804 kg more than 1959 Renault Floride. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Renault Floride 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 1959 Renault Floride. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Honda Legend (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Renault Floride. (65 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Renault Floride.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Honda Legend | 1959 Renault Floride | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Legend | Floride |
Year Released | 1995 | 1959 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3205 cc | 845 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 65 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 746 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |