1996 Honda Legend vs. 1981 Renault 18
To start off, 1996 Honda Legend is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Renault 18. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Renault 18 would be higher. At 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1981 Renault 18. (80 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Legend weights approximately 645 kg more than 1981 Renault 18. 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, 1996 Honda Legend (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 18. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 18. 1996 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 1981 Renault 18 has manual transmission. 1981 Renault 18 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Legend | 1981 Renault 18 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Legend | 18 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 1647 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
