1990 Honda Legend vs. 2002 Renault Clio
To start off, 2002 Renault Clio is newer by 12 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 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 102 more horse power than 2002 Renault Clio. (73 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Legend weights approximately 520 kg more than 2002 Renault Clio. 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 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Clio. (105 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Honda Legend | 2002 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Legend | Clio |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2675 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 226 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 13 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
