1990 Honda Legend vs. 2010 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2010 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 20 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 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Buick LaCrosse (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1990 Honda Legend. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Legend.
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, 2010 Buick LaCrosse (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Legend. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Legend. 2010 Buick LaCrosse has automatic transmission and 1990 Honda Legend has manual transmission. 1990 Honda Legend will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Buick LaCrosse will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Honda Legend | 2010 Buick LaCrosse | |
Make | Honda | Buick |
Model | Legend | LaCrosse |
Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2675 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5001 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1504 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2837 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |