2002 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1992 Honda Legend
To start off, 2002 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Honda Legend would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Cadillac Escalade (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1992 Honda Legend. (201 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 940 kg more than 1992 Honda Legend. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Honda Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Cadillac Escalade 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, 2002 Cadillac Escalade (447 Nm) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Legend. (293 Nm). This means 2002 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Cadillac Escalade | 1992 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Cadillac | Honda |
| Model | Escalade | Legend |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1992 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 3206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2490 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1420 mm |
