1990 Honda Legend vs. 2001 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2001 Renault Laguna is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Legend (212 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2001 Renault Laguna. (148 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Legend weights approximately 159 kg more than 2001 Renault Laguna. 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 (300 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Laguna. (191 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Laguna. 1990 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 2001 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 2001 Renault Laguna will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda Legend | 2001 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Legend | Laguna |
Year Released | 1990 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3206 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1416 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |