1987 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1996 Honda Legend
To start off, 1996 Honda Legend is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 4,087 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1987 Cadillac DeVille. (129 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1987 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Legend weights approximately 128 kg more than 1987 Cadillac DeVille. 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, 1996 Honda Legend (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Cadillac DeVille. (271 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Cadillac DeVille.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Cadillac DeVille | 1996 Honda Legend | |
Make | Cadillac | Honda |
Model | DeVille | Legend |
Year Released | 1987 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4087 cc | 3472 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 91 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2920 mm |