2006 Cadillac BLS vs. 1988 Honda Legend
To start off, 2006 Cadillac BLS is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Legend would be higher. At 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Legend (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2006 Cadillac BLS. (174 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2006 Cadillac BLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 102 kg more than 1988 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, 2006 Cadillac BLS (265 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Legend. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac BLS | 1988 Honda Legend | |
Make | Cadillac | Honda |
Model | BLS | Legend |
Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2675 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 174 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1398 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |