2005 Cadillac CTS vs. 1990 Honda Legend
To start off, 2005 Cadillac CTS is newer by 15 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 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Legend (212 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2005 Cadillac CTS. (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2005 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 155 kg more than 1990 Honda Legend.
Because 2005 Cadillac CTS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Cadillac CTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Honda Legend, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Honda Legend (300 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac CTS. (245 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac CTS. 1990 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 2005 Cadillac CTS has manual transmission. 2005 Cadillac CTS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Cadillac CTS | 1990 Honda Legend | |
Make | Cadillac | Honda |
Model | CTS | Legend |
Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2597 cc | 3206 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 179 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.2 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 223 km/hour | 226 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 68 L |