1999 Honda Today vs. 2010 Renault Symbol
To start off, 2010 Renault Symbol is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Today would be higher. At 1,461 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Renault Symbol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Renault Symbol (64 HP) has 17 more horse power than 1999 Honda Today. (47 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Renault Symbol should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Renault Symbol weights approximately 290 kg more than 1999 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Renault Symbol. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Renault Symbol (160 Nm) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Today. (57 Nm). This means 2010 Renault Symbol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Today. 2010 Renault Symbol has automatic transmission and 1999 Honda Today has manual transmission. 1999 Honda Today will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Renault Symbol will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Today | 2010 Renault Symbol | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Today | Symbol |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 64 HP |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1639 mm |
