1990 Honda Legend vs. 2011 Renault Symbol
To start off, 2011 Renault Symbol 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. At 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Legend (212 HP) has 138 more horse power than 2011 Renault Symbol. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Symbol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Legend weights approximately 575 kg more than 2011 Renault Symbol. 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) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Symbol. (105 Nm). This means 1990 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Symbol. 1990 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 2011 Renault Symbol has manual transmission. 2011 Renault Symbol 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 | 2011 Renault Symbol | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Legend | Symbol |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3206 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 226 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 13 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2473 mm |
