1990 Honda Legend vs. 2011 Peugeot iOn
To start off, 2011 Peugeot iOn is newer by 21 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. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Legend (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2011 Peugeot iOn. (63 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2011 Peugeot iOn. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Legend weights approximately 340 kg more than 2011 Peugeot iOn. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Peugeot iOn is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Peugeot iOn. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Honda Legend, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Peugeot iOn. (180 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Peugeot iOn.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Honda Legend | 2011 Peugeot iOn | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Legend | iOn |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Top Speed | 226 km/hour | 130 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 15 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3395 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1475 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2550 mm |
