1999 Honda Legend vs. 1974 Renault 15
To start off, 1999 Honda Legend is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Renault 15 would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1974 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1974 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Legend weights approximately 705 kg more than 1974 Renault 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Honda Legend (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Legend | 1974 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Legend | 15 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
