1990 Cadillac Aurora vs. 1988 Honda Legend
To start off, 1990 Cadillac Aurora is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Legend would be higher. At 4,465 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Cadillac Aurora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Cadillac Aurora (200 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1988 Honda Legend. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Cadillac Aurora should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Cadillac Aurora weights approximately 168 kg more than 1988 Honda Legend. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Cadillac Aurora is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Honda Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Cadillac Aurora 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, 1990 Cadillac Aurora (366 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Legend. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Cadillac Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Legend. 1990 Cadillac Aurora has automatic transmission and 1988 Honda Legend has manual transmission. 1988 Honda Legend will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Cadillac Aurora will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Cadillac Aurora | 1988 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Cadillac | Honda |
| Model | Aurora | Legend |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4465 cc | 2675 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2720 mm |
