1990 Cadillac Aurora vs. 1968 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1990 Cadillac Aurora is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,360 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Cadillac Aurora (200 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. (191 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Cadillac Aurora should accelerate faster than 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Cadillac Aurora weights approximately 178 kg more than 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Cadillac Aurora is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Cadillac Aurora 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, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (500 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Cadillac Aurora. (366 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Cadillac Aurora. 1990 Cadillac Aurora has automatic transmission and 1968 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Cadillac Aurora will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Cadillac Aurora | 1968 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | Aurora | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4465 cc | 5360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2500 mm |
