2004 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1990 Honda Legend
To start off, 2004 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 14 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 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Cadillac Escalade (345 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1990 Honda Legend. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1990 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1107 kg more than 1990 Honda Legend. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Honda Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Legend. (232 Nm). This means 2004 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Cadillac Escalade | 1990 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Cadillac | Honda |
| Model | Escalade | Legend |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2675 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2527 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 68 L |
