1990 Cadillac Aurora vs. 1998 Honda Legend
To start off, 1998 Honda Legend is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Cadillac Aurora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Cadillac Aurora would be higher. At 4,465 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Cadillac Aurora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Legend (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1990 Cadillac Aurora. (200 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1990 Cadillac Aurora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Legend weights approximately 137 kg more than 1990 Cadillac Aurora. 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 1998 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 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Legend. (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 Cadillac Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Cadillac Aurora | 1998 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Cadillac | Honda |
| Model | Aurora | Legend |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4465 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 1725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2920 mm |
