1990 Honda Legend vs. 1989 Renault 19
To start off, 1990 Honda Legend is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Renault 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Renault 19 would be higher. At 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Legend (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1989 Renault 19. (64 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1989 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Legend weights approximately 415 kg more than 1989 Renault 19. 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, 1990 Honda Legend (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault 19. (124 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Honda Legend | 1989 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Legend | 19 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2675 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 115 L |
