2000 Honda Legend vs. 1984 Renault 18
To start off, 2000 Honda Legend is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Renault 18. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Renault 18 would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1984 Renault 18. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Legend weights approximately 535 kg more than 1984 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, 2000 Honda Legend (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 18. (164 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2000 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda Legend | 1984 Renault 18 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Legend | 18 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 53 L |
